Sony PCV-RZ22G Vaio Desktop Computer User Manual

VAIO Digital Studio System Reference Manual

NOTICE

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FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED IN THIS GUIDE WILL

BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. SONY

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SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES

TO, OR VIRUSES THAT MAY INFECT, YOUR

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER

PROPERTY ON ACCOUNT OF YOUR ACCESS

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Sony Electronics Inc. reserves the right to make any

modification to this manual or the information

contained herein at any time without notice. The

software described herein is governed by the terms of

a separate user license agreement.

This product contains software owned by Sony and

licensed by third parties. Use of such software is

subject to the terms and conditions of license

agreements enclosed with this product. Some of the

software may not be transported or used outside the

United States. Software specifications are subject to

change without notice and may not necessarily be

identical to current retail versions.

Certain product(s) included with this computer may

include features such as copy protection and content

management technology. USE OF THE SOFTWARE

PRODUCT(S) REQUIRES AGREEMENT TO

APPLICABLE END USER AGREEMENTS AND

FULL COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE

PRODUCT ACTIVATION PROCEDURES. Product

activation procedures and privacy policies will be

detailed during initial launch of the software

product(s), or upon certain reinstallations of the

software product(s), or reconfigurations of the

computer, and may be completed by Internet or

telephone (toll charges may apply).

Updates and additions to software may require an

additional charge. Subscriptions to online service

providers may require a fee and credit card

information. Financial services may require prior

arrangements with participating financial

institutions.

Important information for Canadian customers:

Your new VAIO computer includes certain software

versions or upgrades, and Internet services or offers

that are available to U.S. customers only.

Sony, VAIO, the VAIO logo, VAIO Smart, Giga

Pocket, MovieShaker, DVgate, Handycam, Memory

Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Net MD, Network

Walkman, OpenMG, MICROMV, SonicStage,

ImageStation, ATRAC3, and i.LINK are trademarks

or registered trademarks of Sony.

Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered

trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Microsoft,

Windows, the Windows logo and Windows XP are

trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft

Corporation. PS/2 is a registered trademark of the

IBM Corporation.

All other trademarks are trademarks or registered

trademarks of their respective owners.

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The International ENERGY STAR® Office

Equipment Program is an international program that

promotes energy saving through the use of computers

and other office equipment. The program backs the

development and dissemination of products with

functions that effectively reduce energy

consumption. It is an open system in which business

proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted

products are office equipment such as computers,

displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their

standards and logos are uniform among participating

nations.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered

trademark of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located on

the back panel of your Sony VAIO® computer.

Record the model and serial number in the space

provided here, and keep in a secure location. Refer to

the model and serial numbers when you call your

Sony Service Center.

As an ENERGY

STAR® Partner, Sony

Corporation has

determined that this

product meets the

ENERGY STAR®

guidelines for energy

efficiency.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

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Safety Information and

Caution

Your computer’s installed optical drives may vary,

depending on the system configuration you have

purchased. See the online specifications sheet for

details on your installed optical drives.

For questions regarding your product or for the Sony

Service Center nearest you, visit the Sony

Computing Support Web site at http://

www.sony.com/pcsupport.

DVD±RW Laser Diode Properties

DVD-RW Laser Diode Properties

DVD-ROM Laser Diode Properties

CD-RW Laser Diode Properties

CD-ROM Laser Diode Properties

Laser

Output

32 mW (DVD-

Write)

0.8 mW (DVD-

Read)

77 mW

(CD-

Write)

1.6 mW

(CD-

Read)

Wave

Length

654-660 nm

(DVD)

780-787

nm (CD)

Laser

Output

23 mW

(DVD-Write)

0.8 mW

(DVD-Read)

38 mW (CD-

Write)

0.8 mW (CD-

Read)

Wave

Length

655-660 nm

(DVD)

779-787 nm

(CD)

Laser

Output

0.7 mW

(DVD)

0.4 mW (CD)

Wave

Length

640-660 nm

(DVD)

770-810 nm

(CD)

Laser

Output

1.5 mW (CD-Read)

59.4 mW (CD-Write)

Wave

Length

780-784 nm (CD)

Laser

Output

1.0 mW (CD-Read)

Wave

Length

760-810 nm (CD)

❑ To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose

your desktop to rain or moisture. To avoid

electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

❑ Never install modem or telephone wiring

during a lightning storm.

❑ Never install telephone jacks in wet locations

unless the jack is specifically designed for

wet locations.

❑ Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or

terminals unless the telephone line has been

disconnected at the network interface.

❑ Use caution when installing or modifying

telephone lines.

❑ Avoid using the modem during an electrical

storm.

❑ Do not use the modem or a telephone to

report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

❑ The socket outlet shall be installed near the

equipment and shall be easily accessible.

! To change the backup battery,

please contact your nearest Sony

Service Center.

! Caution—The use of optical

instruments with this product

will increase eye hazard. As the

laser beam used in this product is

harmful to the eyes, do not

attempt to disassemble the drive

cabinet. Refer servicing to

qualified personnel only.

! Danger—Visible and invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid

direct exposure to beam.

! For DVD-RW: Danger—Visible

and invisible laser radiation

when open. Avoid direct

exposure to beam.

! For CD-RW: Danger—Invisible

laser radiation when open. Avoid

direct exposure to beam.

! Caution—For ADSL and V.90

modem models; to reduce the

risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG

or larger telecommunication line

cord.

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❑ Pour prévenir tout risque d’incendie ou

d’électrocution, garder cet appareil à l’abri de

la pluie et de l’humidité.

❑ Pour prévenir tout risque d’électrocution, ne

pas ouvrir le châssis de cet appareil et ne

confier son entretien qu’à une personne

qualifiée.

❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation de fil

modem ou téléphone durant un orage

électrique.

❑ Ne jamais effectuer l’installation d’une prise

téléphonique dans un endroit mouillé à moins

que la prise soit conçue à cet effet.

❑ Ne jamais toucher un fil téléphonique à

découvert ou un terminal à moins que la ligne

téléphonique n’ait été débranché de

l’interface réseau.

❑ Soyez très prudent lorsque vous installez ou

modifiez les lignes téléphoniques.

❑ Évitez d’utiliser le modem durant un orage

électrique.

❑ N'utilisez pas le modem ni le téléphone pour

prévenir d'une fuite de gaz vous êtes près de

la fuite.

❑ L’appareil doit être le plus près possible

d’une prise murale pour en faciliter l’accès.

! Pour changer la pile de rechange,

veuillez contacter votre centre

de service Sony le plus près.

! Avertissement : L'utilisation

d'instruments optiques avec ce

produit augmente les risques

pour les yeux. Puisque le faisceau

laser utilisé dans ce produit est

dommageable pour les yeux, ne

tentez pas de désassembler le

boîtier. Adressez-vous à un agent

de service qualifié.

! Danger : Radiation laser visible

et invisible si ouvert. Évitez

l’exposition directe au faisceau.

! Pour les DVD-RW : Danger—

Radiation laser visible si ouvert.

Évitez l'exposition directe au

faisceau.

! Pour les CD-RW : Danger—

Radiation laser visible et

invisible si ouvert. Évitez

l'exposition directe au faisceau.

! Attention : Pour ADSL et V.90

modele modem; afin de réduire

les risques d'incendie, n'utilisez

qu'un cordon de communication

N0. 26 AWG ou plus gros.

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Regulatory Information

Model No.: PCVA-IMB4A

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio

frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to

correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❑ Increase the separation between the

equipment and the receiver.

❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/

TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications

not expressly approved in this manual could void

your authority to operate this equipment.

Only peripherals (computer input/output devices,

terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC Class

B limits may be attached to this computer product.

Operation with noncompliant peripherals is likely to

result in interference to radio and television

reception.

All cables used to connect peripherals must be

shielded and grounded. Operation with cables,

connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and

grounded, may result in interference to radio and

television reception.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY

Model No.: PCV-1112 (RZ series model)

PCV-7772 (RX series model)

Responsible

Party:

Sony Electronics Inc.

Address: 680 Kinderkamack Rd.

Oradell, NJ 07649

Telephone: 201-930-6972

This phone number is for FCC-related matters

only.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

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FCC Part 68

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC

rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On

the rear of this equipment is a label that contains,

among other information, a product identifier in the

format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this

number must be provided to the telephone company.

This modem uses the USOC RJ-11 telephone jack.

A telephone plug and jack used to connect this

equipment to the premises wiring and telephone

network must comply with the applicable FCC Part

68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. The

REN is used to determine the quantity of devices

which may be connected to the telephone line.

Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in

the devices not ringing in response to an incoming

call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs

should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the

number of devices that may be connected to the line,

as determined by the total RENs, contact the

telephone company. For products approved after July

23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the

product identifier that has the format

US:AAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ##

are the REN without a decimal point (e.g. 03 is a

REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is

separately shown on the label

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone

network, the telephone company will notify you in

advance that temporary discontinuance of service

may be required. But if advance notice is not

practical, the telephone company will notify the

customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be

advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC

if you believe it is necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its

facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that

could affect the operations of the equipment. If this

happens, the telephone company will provide

advance notice in order for you to make the

necessary modifications in order to maintain

uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for

repair or warranty information, please contact the

Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-888-

4-SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or write to the Sony

Customer Information Center, 12451 Gateway Blvd.,

Fort Myers, FL 33913, or find Sony Customer

Service on the Web at http://www.sony.com/

pcsupport. If this equipment is causing harm to the

telephone network, the telephone company may

request that you disconnect the equipment from the

network until the problem is resolved.

Repair of this equipment should be made only by a

Sony Service Center or Sony authorized agent. For

the Sony Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-4-

SONY-PC (1-888-476-6972), or visit the Sony

Computing Web site at http://www.sony.com/

pcsupport.

Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state

tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission,

public service commission, or corporation

commission for information.

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment

connected to the telephone line, ensure the

installation of this equipment does not disable your

alarm equipment. If you have questions about what

will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone

company or a qualified installer.

Please use a surge arrestor against electrical surges.

Telephone Consumer

Protection Act of 1991

(United States)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer

or other electronic device, including FAX machines,

to send any message unless such message clearly

contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each

transmitted page or on the first page of the

transmission, the date and time it is sent and an

identification of the business, other entity, or

individual sending the message, and the telephone

number of the sending machine or such business,

other entity, or individual. (The telephone number

provided may not be a 900 number or any other

number for which charges exceed local or long

distance transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your

facsimile machine, see your fax software

documentation.

Telephone Consumer

Guidelines (Canada)

Please refer to your telephone directory under

‘Privacy Issues’ and/or ‘Terms of Service.’ For more

detailed information, please contact:

CRTC

Terrasses de la Chaudiére

Tour centrale 1 promenade du Portage

5 étage Hull PQ K1A 0N2.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.

Cet àppareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à

la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Disposal of Lithium Battery

You can return your unwanted lithium batteries to

your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service

Center.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you, call

1-888-476-6972 in the United States or

1-800-961-7669 in Canada.

✍ In some areas the disposal of lithium

batteries in household or business trash

may be prohibited.

! Do not handle damaged or

leaking lithium batteries. In some

areas, the disposal of lithium

batteries in household or

business trash may be

prohibited.

! Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. Replace

only with the same or equivalent

type recommended by the

manufacturer. Discard used

batteries according to the

manufacturer’s instructions.

! The battery pack used in this

device may present a fire or

chemical burn hazard if

mistreated. Do not disassemble,

heat above 212°F (100°C), or

incinerate. Dispose of used

battery promptly. Keep away

from children.

! Ne pas manipuler les batteries au

lithium qui fuient ou sont

endommagées.

! Une batterie non conforme

présente un danger d'explosion.

La remplacer seulement par une

batterie identique ou de type

équivalent recommandé par le

fabricant. Évacuer les batteries

usées selon les directives du

fabricant.

! La manutention incorrecte du

module de batterie de cet

appareil présente un risque

d'incendie ou de brûlures

chimiques. Ne pas démonter,

incinérer ou exposer à une

température de plus de 100°C.

Évacuer promptement la batterie

usée. Garder hors de portée des

enfants.

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Industry Canada Notice

This equipment meets the applicable Industry

Canada technical specifications.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an

indication of the maximum number of devices

allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The

termination on an interface may consist of any

combination of devices subject only to the

requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the

devices does not exceed 5.

Avis de l’Industrie Canada

Le presént matériel est conforme aux spécifications

techniques applicables d’Industrie Canada.

L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) sert à

indiquer le nombre maximal de terminaux qui

peuvent être raccordés à une interface téléphonique.

La terminaison d’une interface peut consister en une

combinaison quelconque de dispositifs, à la seule

condition que la somme d’indices d’équivalence de

la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.

Contents

NOTICE ....................................................................................................... ii

Owner’s Record.................................................................................. iii

Safety Information and Caution ...................................................... iv

Regulatory Information.................................................................... vii

FCC Part 68 ....................................................................................... viii

Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

(United States) ..................................................................................viii

Telephone Consumer Guidelines (Canada)................................. viii

Disposal of Lithium Battery ..............................................................ix

Industry Canada Notice......................................................................x

Avis de l’Industrie Canada.................................................................x

Chapter 1 — Identifying Components................................1

Front View (PCV-RZ Series model)..........................................................2

Drives.....................................................................................................3

Buttons and Switches ..........................................................................4

Indicators...............................................................................................5

Connectors (Models Equipped with Giga Pocket Features)..........6

Rear View

(Model Equipped with Giga Pocket Features)........................................7

Icon Labels ............................................................................................8

I/O Connectors ..................................................................................10

Expansion Slots ..................................................................................14

Chapter 2 — Configuring Your System ............................15

Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility............................................................16

Changing Power Management Settings ................................................17

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Chapter 3 — Upgrading and

Maintaining Components ................................................. 23

Removing the Side Panel ........................................................................24

To remove the side panel (PCV-RZ series model) ........................24

To remove the side panel (PCV-RX series model) ........................25

Replacing the Side Panel .........................................................................26

To replace the side panel (PCV-RZ series model).........................26

To replace the side panel (PCV-RX series model).........................27

Installing an Add-on Card.......................................................................28

Removing the slot cover....................................................................29

Installing an add-on card..................................................................30

Installing an Add-On Card .....................................................................31

Replacing the Lithium Battery ...............................................................33

Removing a Memory Module ................................................................36

Installing Memory Modules ....................................................................39

Removing a Slot Cover.............................................................................42

Covering an Open I/O Slot ....................................................................43

Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive.............................................44

To identify additional hard disk space ...........................................48

Removing the Power Supply (PCV-RX series models) .......................49

Replacing the Power Supply (PCV-RX series model)..........................50

Chapter 4 — System Board ............................................... 51

Memory Module (DDR-DIMM) Slots ....................................................52

Power Supply and Aux Power Headers ...............................................53

CLR CMOS Jumper...................................................................................55

Chapter 5 — CMOS Setup Options ................................... 57

Main Screen ...............................................................................................59

Advanced Screen ......................................................................................61

Power Screen..............................................................................................63

Boot Screen ................................................................................................64

Exit Screen ..................................................................................................65

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Chapter 6 — Miscellaneous Technical Information .........67

User and Supervisor Passwords ............................................................68

Beep Code Error Messages .....................................................................69

PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages ....................................70

DMA Channel Assignments ...................................................................72

System I/O Address Map........................................................................73

Memory Map .............................................................................................75

IRQ Settings ...............................................................................................76

Chapter 7 — Specifications................................................77

Processor ....................................................................................................77

Chipset .......................................................................................................77

AGP Bus......................................................................................................77

PCI Bus .......................................................................................................78

Memory Modules .....................................................................................78

Memory Configurations...........................................................................78

L2 Cache ....................................................................................................78

Graphics ....................................................................................................78

Audio .........................................................................................................79

Communications .....................................................................................79

Giga Pocket I/O.........................................................................................79

I/O and Expansion Slots .........................................................................80

Floppy Disk Drive and Controller ........................................................80

Hard Drives and Controller ...................................................................80

Optical Drives ............................................................................................81

System BIOS .............................................................................................81

Index ...................................................................................83

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Chapter 1

Identifying Components

The following sections identify and describe each component that is

visible from the exterior of the VAIO® Digital Studio™ computer. Your

computer's components may vary, based on the model and features you

purchased. Your computer may not be equipped with all of these

hardware features and the location of the controls, ports, and jacks may

vary from the illustrations shown in this section. For details on the

hardware configuration of your system, see the online specifications

sheet.

To view this the online specifications sheet:

1 Click Start in the Windows taskbar, then click Help and Support.

2 From the VAIO Help and Support menu, click VAIO User Guide.

3 Locate the link in the text, “View the VAIO® Computer

Specifications, which lists your computer's hardware configuration

and preinstalled software information.”

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Front View (PCV-RZ Series model)

Identifying Components

Drives

Drive Description

Optical disc drive #1 See online specifications sheet for details.

Optical disc drive #2 See online specifications sheet for details.

Floppy disk drive 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB.

Memory Stick® media slot Accommodates Memory Stick media.

Optical disc drive #1

Optical disc drive #2

Floppy disk drive

Memory Stick media slot

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Buttons and Switches

Button or switch Description

Optical disc eject button Automatically opens and closes the optical drive

tray.

Floppy disk eject button Ejects a floppy disk.

Power on/off switch Turns system power on, off, or into Stand by

mode.

Optical disc eject

Floppy disk eject

Power on/off

Identifying Components

Indicators

Indicator Description

Floppy disk drive access

indicator

Light is green while reading and writing

data from and to a floppy disk.

Power indicator Light is blue while the power is on.

Standby indicator Light is red when the computer is placed

in Standby mode.

Optical disc drive access

indicator

Light is amber while reading and writing

data from and to the optical drives.

Hard disk drive access

indicator

Light is amber while reading and writing

data from and to the hard disk.

Floppy disk drive access

Hard disk drive access

Optical disc drive access

Power

Standby

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Connectors (Models Equipped with Giga Pocket Features)

Connector Description

Audio R In jack

* The audio and video connections are available only on models equipped with Giga Pocket™

features.

Connects to an audio cable (supplied).

Audio L In jack

Connects to an audio cable (supplied).

Video In jack

Connects to a video cable (supplied).

S-Video In jack

Connects to an S-video cable (optional).

i.LINK®

(IEEE 1394) port

†

† To connect to a 6-pin i.LINK device, use the 6-pin i.LINK port on the back of the system. A 6-pin

i.LINK cable can supply power from the computer to the device if the device also has a 6-pin i.LINK

port. A 4-pin i.LINK cable cannot supply power to the device.

Connects to a digital device that has a 4-pin i.LINK

connector.

USB1, USB2 ports Connects to compatible high/full/low-speed USB

devices.

USB1, USB2 ports

i.LINK port

S-Video In jack

Video In jack

Audio L In jack

Audio R In jack

Identifying Components

Rear View

(Model Equipped with Giga Pocket Features)

MONITOR

USB

LINEPHONE

HEADPHONES

MIC

LINE IN

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

–

VIDEO OUTPUT

–

AUDIO

–

VIDEO1 INPUT

–

S VIDEO/VIDEO S VIDEO/VIDEO

MONITOR

Mouse port

Keyboard port

Ethernet port

USB3, USB4,

Printer port

S/P DIF

i.LINK port

Microphone,

VGA Monitor port

AV Out jacks

AV In jacks

Modem line jack

AC Input

port

VHF/UHF

port

Out port

Telephone jack

Speaker

DVI Monitor port

DC Out jack

Line In jacks

VGA Monitor port

(Not available

on all models)

(Not available on

all models)

USB5, USB6 ports

Headphone,

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Icon Labels

Icon Description

Mouse port

Keyboard port

VGA Monitor port

i.LINK® S400 (IEEE 1394) port

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports

MONITOR

USB

LINEPHONE

HEADPHONES

MIC

LINE IN

VHF/UHF

AUDIO

–

VIDEO OUTPUT

–

AUDIO

–

VIDEO1 INPUT

–

S VIDEO/VIDEO S VIDEO/VIDEO

MONITOR

Icon Label Area

Identifying Components

Microphone jack

Headphones jack

Line In jack (audio)

Audio Out jack

Video/S-video Out jack

Audio In jack

Video/S-video In jack

Telephone jack

Printer port

S/P DIF Optical Out port

Ethernet port (for LAN connection only)

DVI Monitor port

VHF/UHF port

Modem Line jack

Icon Description

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I/O Connectors

The following section identifies the various I/O connectors.

Keyboard and Mouse Ports

The keyboard and mouse ports are physically identical and have the

same pinout. They are standard 6-pin PS/2® compatible female ports.

USB Ports

The USB ports are 4-pin USB 2.0 ports. Two USB ports are located at the

front, and four at the rear of the system. USB 2.0 technology supports

high/full/low-speed USB devices.

Ethernet Port

The Ethernet port at the rear of the system is used to connect to a

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet network.

Ethernet

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Printer Port

The printer port is a standard 25-pin DB-25 female port.

VGA Monitor Port

The monitor port is a standard 15-pin female high-density VGA-type port

located on the AGP plug-in card.

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Microphone, Headphones, and Line In Jacks

The microphone, headphones, and line in jacks are physically identical,

but have different connections. They are standard 3.5 mm stereo

mini-jacks.

Telephone and Modem Line Jacks

The telephone and modem line jacks are physically identical and have

identical connections. They are standard RJ-11 female phone jacks.

However, the line jack is for connecting a telephone line that comes from

the wall to the computer, and the telephone jack is for connecting the

telephone to a computer.

S/P DIF Optical Out Port

The Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) output port for the Sony®/Phillips

Digital Interface (S/P DIF) can be used to connect compatible audio or

video equipment, such as CD/DVD players or MiniDisc recorders.

Connector Description

Microphone Electret condenser microphone input.

Headphones 1.0 Vrms (typical).

Line In 1.0 Vrms (typical), 10 Kohm impedance.

Headphones Line InMicrophone

ModemTelephone

Line Line

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i.LINK S400 (IEEE 1394) Ports

The 6-pin i.LINK® port on the back panel of the system can supply power

from the computer to an i.LINK device if the device also has a 6-pin

i.LINK port. The 6-pin port supplies 10 V to 12 V and a maximum power

of 6 watts.

Refer to the documentation that came with your compatible i.LINK

device for information on operating conditions and proper connections.

Before connecting compatible i.LINK devices to your system, such as an

optical disc or hard disk drive, confirm their operating system

compatibility and required operating conditions.

The 4-pin i.LINK port at the bottom of the front panel does not supply

power to an i.LINK device.

Speaker DC Out Jack

The Speaker DC Out jack on the back panel of the system is the

connection for the supplied speaker power cable.

✍ i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an

IEEE 1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary, depending on the software

applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK

connection may not communicate with each other.

6-pin i.LINK port

(IEEE 1394)

On back of

system

4-pin i.LINK port

(IEEE 1394)

Behind lower

front panel

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Expansion Slots

There are five expansion slots; however, four slot covers are visible from the

back panel (see ”System Board” on page 51).

Expansion Slot No. Description

5 Occupied by a VGA and DVI monitor card.

* Your system may not have this feature, based on the configuration you purchased.

4 Available for expansion.

3 Occupied by a Giga Pocket™ card.

2 Available for expansion when the CNR slot is not

occupied. Only one slot can be occupied at a time.

1 Occupied by a fax/modem card. The V.90

compatible modem has two RJ-11 jacks (Telephone

and Line).

Slot No. 5

Slot No. 4

Slot No. 3

Slot No. 1, 2

Chapter 2

Configuring Your System

This chapter contains information on configuring your system.

❑ Making changes to the BIOS settings.

❑ Making changes to the display's power management settings.

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Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility

Access the BIOS Setup Utility to make changes to the BIOS settings (see

“CMOS Setup Options” on page 57 for information on BIOS settings).

1 Reboot your computer by selecting Shut Down... from the Start

menu, then select Restart.

2 When the Sony logo appears, press F3. The following message

appears at the bottom of the screen.

Press <F2> for setup.

3 Press F2.

Each menu presents options for modifying the system configuration.

Use the left and right arrow keys to select a menu from the menu bar.

Use the up and down arrow keys to select items within a menu. Once

an item is highlighted, use the plus/minus (+/-) keys to modify a

setting.

If an item has a triangle ( ) to its left, this indicates that a sub-menu of

options is available. Press ENTER to access a sub-menu. If a sub-

menu contains items with a triangle, there is another layer of options

from which to select.

4 Once you select an option, press ESC to back out of each menu until

you reach the top level, where the menu bar appears.

5 To exit the BIOS setup utility, press ESC from any top-level screen and

follow the prompts.

! Before rebooting the system, save and close all open files, and exit open

applications.

Configuring Your System

Changing Power Management Settings

Power Management capability is designed to enable your computer to

reduce power or shut itself off after being idle for a specified period of

time.

1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, click Control Panel, then

click Display.

The Power Options Properties dialog box opens, with the Power

Schemes tab displayed.

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2 Select the power scheme that is most appropriate for the way you use

your computer.

To change a power scheme, change the settings for Turn off monitor,

and Turn off hard disks, System stand by, and System hibernates.

The Turn off monitor option enables you to specify the period of

inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your monitor

turns off when your computer is running on AC power. The display

reactivates when you move the mouse or press a key.

The Turn off hard disks option enables you to specify the period of

inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your hard disks

turn off when your computer is running on AC power.

The System stand by option enables you to specify the period of

inactivity (in minutes) that you want to elapse before your computer

goes on Stand by when your computer is running on AC power.

Power is reactivated when you click the left mouse button or press

spacebar on the keyboard.

The System hibernates option enables you to specify the period of

inactivity (in minutes) before your computer goes in the hibernate

state. Power is reactivated when you push the power button.

3 To save a new power scheme, first modify the settings, click Save As,

type a descriptive name, and then click OK.

Configuring Your System

4 Click the Advanced tab.

5 Select the desired settings.

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6 Click the Hibernate tab.

7 Select the settings most appropriate for your system.

Configuring Your System

8 Click the UPS tab.

The UPS tab enables you to select and configure an Uninterruptible

Power Supply (UPS) device for your system.

9 Select the settings most appropriate for your system and click OK.

For more information about configuring a UPS device, refer to the

Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system Help.

✍ A UPS device is an optional accessory not supplied with your system.

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Chapter 3

Upgrading and Maintaining

Components

This chapter describes upgrade and maintenance procedures.

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

✍ System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. Your computer may

not include all of the hardware features shown in the illustrations of this section.

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Removing the Side Panel

You must remove the side panel to access the system board, add-on cards,

power supply, battery, memory, and internal drives.

To remove the side panel (PCV-RZ series model)

1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as

your printer.

2 Unplug your computer and disconnect any peripheral devices.

3 Locate the two tabs on the back edge of the right side panel.

4 Press up on these tabs and slide the side panel towards you.

5 Lift up the side panel and set aside.

Removing the side panel (PCV-RZ series model equipped with Giga Pocket)

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To remove the side panel (PCV-RX series model)

1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as

your printer.

2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.

3 Locate the tab on the upper right side of the rear panel, and pull it

back until the side panel releases.

4 Lift the side panel away from the unit and set aside.

Removing the side panel (PCV-RX series model)

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Replacing the Side Panel

To replace the side panel (PCV-RZ series model)

1 Align tabs on the side panel to the tracks on the chassis frame.

2 Gently slide the side panel onto the chassis, until the tabs lock the

panel into place.

Replacing the side panel (PCV-RZ series model equipped with Giga Pocket)

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To replace the side panel (PCV-RX series model)

1 Align the tabs on the side panel to the chassis rim.

2 Press the side panel firmly against the unit until it snaps into place.

Replacing the side panel (PCV-RX series model)

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Installing an Add-on Card

Your computer may have one or more open expansion slots, depending

on the model configuration. An expansion slot enables you to install

add-on cards to expand the functionality of your system. The length of

the add-on card should not exceed 9.05 inches.

To install an add-on card

1 Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as

your printer.

2 Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.

3 Remove the side panel.

4 Locate an available expansion slot. Remove the slot cover's screw,

and then remove the slot cover.

✍ Add-on card configuration varies by model. Some models, such as Configure-to-Order (CTO)

systems, may contain preinstalled add-on cards.

! Observe the proper safety precautions when you add cards to your Sony

computer.

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Removing the slot cover

❑ Install the add-on card by inserting it into the expansion slot and

secure it with the screw from the expansion slot cover.

! When removing a slot cover, be careful not to damage components on the

system board or add-on cards. You may need to temporarily remove add-on

cards or other components that may be next to the slot cover you want to

remove.

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Installing an add-on card

1 Attach any internal cables that the card requires. See the instructions

supplied with the add-on card.

2 Replace the side panel. See “Replacing the Side Panel” on page 26.

3 Reconnect all peripheral devices and the power cord, and then turn

on the computer.

Upgrading and Maintaining Components

Installing an Add-On Card

1 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

2 Locate an available expansion slot.

3 Remove the slot cover adjacent to the selected slot (see “Removing a

Slot Cover” on page 42).

4 Insert the add-on card into the PCI slot. Use a gentle rocking motion,

pressing down until the card is fully seated.

Installing a PCI add-on card (PCV-RX series model)

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

✍ Align the card's bracket so that the bottom of the bracket fits into the slot at the

bottom of the chassis. Assure that the top of the bracket fits snugly against the

chassis lip after the card is fully inserted.

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5 Replace the screw that secures the card.

6 Attach any necessary cables to the card (see the instructions that came

with the add-on card).

7 Replace the side panel (see “Replacing the Side Panel” on page 26).

8 Turn on the computer and follow any instructions that came with the

add-on card.

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Replacing the Lithium Battery

You may need to replace the lithium battery if your computer consistently

loses the date or time settings after it is turned off. The lithium battery has

a typical life of three years, after which the battery may be too weak to

power the CMOS memory.

1 Reboot your computer by selecting Shut Down... from the Start

menu, and then selecting Restart.

2 If the error message “Error: Check date and time settings” appears

during the reboot sequence, press F2 during the reboot process to

access the BIOS Setup Utility. Otherwise it is not necessary to replace

the battery at this time, and you can skip all remaining steps.

3 Compare all the BIOS options to their default settings (see “CMOS

Setup Options” on page 57). Make a list of all the BIOS options that

are different from their default values. Refer to this list when you

restore the BIOS settings later.

4 Select Exit Discarding Changes from the main menu using the right

arrow key.

5 Press Enter, type Y when prompted to discard changes, then press

Enter to exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

6 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord.

7 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

! Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries.

The lithium battery may explode if mistreated. Do not disassemble it or

dispose of it in fire.

When you remove the lithium battery, all values stored in the CMOS memory

(BIOS setup values and Plug and Play values) may be lost. Although the

computer can hold the charge for a short time while replacing the battery, it

is safer to assume that the settings will be lost. When the values are lost, the

BIOS values revert to their factory-default settings (see “Accessing the BIOS

Setup Utility” on page 16).

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8 If necessary, remove any add-on cards to gain access to the battery.

You may also need to disconnect some cables.

9 Use a small flathead screwdriver or your finger to push in (not down)

against the small tab at one end of the battery holder to release the

battery.

Installing a lithium battery (PCV-RX series model)

10 Gently lift out the battery and dispose of it properly.

11 Insert the new battery into the battery holder, with the plus (+) side

up, and press down until the battery is secure.

12 Replace any add-on cards that were removed.

13 Reconnect any cables that were disconnected.

14 Replace the side panel (see “Replacing the Side Panel” on page 26).

15 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.

! Touch any exposed metal part of chassis to discharge static electricity in

your body before handling an add-on card or other sensitive electronic

component.

✍ The Sony CR2032 battery is recommended. Using a type of battery other than a

CR2032 may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Push the tab in (not down) to

release the battery

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16 If the error message “Error: Check date and time settings.” appears

during the reboot sequence, press F2 during the reboot process to

access the BIOS Setup Utility. If no error message displays, the

computer’s BIOS settings were retained during the battery

replacement and you can skip the remaining steps.

17 Refer to the list you made in step 3 and restore any non-default BIOS

settings (see “CMOS Setup Options” on page 57).

18 Select Exit Saving Changes from the main menu using the right

arrow key.

19 Press Enter, type Y when prompted to discard changes, then press

Enter to exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

The computer’s BIOS settings are now restored.

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Removing a Memory Module

You may need to remove a memory module if you change the memory

configuration or replace a bad module. By default, your computer’s

memory sockets are filled with DDR-DIMM modules.

1 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

2 Remove the power supply (see “Removing the Power Supply

(PCV-RX series models)” on page 49).

3 Locate the memory module you wish to remove.

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down

the computer, and unplug the power cord.

✍ Remove the power supply to access the memory modules underneath.

! Touch any exposed metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity in

your body before handling the memory module.

* Applicable to PCV-RX models only.

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Removing a memory module (PCV-RZ series model)

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Removing a memory module (PCV-RX series model)

4 Push down the handle on each side of the memory module to eject

the module from its socket.

5 Grasp one edge of the memory module and lift out. Store the module

in a static-free bag.

✍ The memory modules are located beneath the power supply (applicable to PCV-RX

models only).

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Installing Memory Modules

Your system supports PC2700 DDR-SDRAM memory modules. The

DDR-DIMM memory modules can be single- or double-sided and

installed in either socket.

1 Choose the size of the memory module and configuration as shown

in the following table. Memory modules can vary in size and speed

between sockets. The minimum memory size is 128 MB. The

maximum memory size is 1.0 GB. The BIOS automatically detects the

type, size and speed of the memory modules.

2 If necessary, remove the memory module you wish to replace (see

“Removing a Memory Module” on page 36).

3 Remove the new memory module(s) from its anti-static package.

Hold the memory module only by its edges to prevent

static-electricity damage.

4 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

5 Remove the power supply (see “Removing the Power Supply

(PCV-RX series models)” on page 49).

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

Memory module configurations (MB)

* Your computer ships with at least 512 MB of memory and is expandable to 1.0 GB. Your model may

ship with more than 512 MB SDRAM depending on the configuration you purchased.

DIMM1 DIMM2

0, 128, 256, 512 0, 128, 256, 512

✍ Use only PC2700 memory. Your system does not support EDO, buffered

DDR-SDRAM, or PC100/133 SDRAM memory.

! Touch any exposed metal portion of the chassis to discharge static

electricity in your body before handling a memory module.

! Do not remove the Giga Pocket™ card (located in PCI slot No. 3) unless

directed by a service technician. The Giga Pocket card is a fragile

hardware component.

* Applicable to PCV-RX models only.

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6 Align the module over the appropriate socket, noting the location of

pin 1 on the module and pin 1 on the socket.

7 Carefully but firmly insert the edge of the module into the socket.

Press down

here

Handles

Pin 1 side

DDR-DIMM 2

Memory module (DDR-DIMM)

Indicates pin 1

DDR-DIMM 1

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8 Press down firmly and evenly at both corners until the module is

fully seated.

9 Replace the power supply (see “Replacing the Power Supply

(PCV-RX series model)” on page 50).

10 Replace the side panel (see “Replacing the Side Panel” on page 26).

11 Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.

After restarting your computer, the system recognizes the additional

memory and automatically make the proper configurations.

✍ When the module is fully seated, the handles on each side are straight up and

locked into the slot on each side of the module. If the handles are not totally

straight upright, continue to press down on each side of the module until the

handles lock into place.

* Applicable to PCV-RX models only.

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Removing a Slot Cover

To install an add-on card that occupies a slot, remove the slot cover.

1 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

2 Locate the slot whose cover you want to remove.

3 Lay the system on its side.

4 Remove the screw from the slot cover.

5 Remove the loose slot cover and retain it for future use.

Removing a slot cover (PCV-RX series model)

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

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Covering an Open I/O Slot

Slot covers prevent air from escaping through the empty slot. If air

escapes, the components inside the computer cannot be properly cooled.

This may damage some components, especially the main processor,

which generates the most heat.

1 Slide the tip of the slot cover between the chassis and system board.

Covering an open I/O slot (PCV-RX series model)

2 Push the slot cover down until it rests firmly on the lip in the chassis.

All add-on card brackets and slot covers rest on this lip.

3 Replace the slot cover's screw to secure the I/O slot cover.

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

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Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive

Your computer is equipped with an available bay to accommodate an

additional 3.5-inch hard disk drive. The hard disk drive access light is lit

when either drive is activated, however, the drives are not accessible from

the front panel. Sony recommends an ATA-100 hard disk drive to take full

advantage of the system's features.

1 Configure the jumpers on the new drive as a slave device (see your

new drive’s documentation for configuration instructions).

2 Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 24).

✍ Some models, such as Configure-to-Order (CTO) systems, may already have a second hard

disk drive installed.

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

Power

connector

Jumpers

Drive

connector

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3 Disconnect the drive connector (A).

Disconnecting the system (PCV-RX series model)

4 Disconnect the power connector (B).

5 Pull out on the tab (C) that secures the drive holder to the chassis.

Disk drive holder

Tab

Power supply

connector

Drive connector

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6 Slide the drive holder up and out.

Installing an internal hard disk drive (PCV-RX series model)

7 Slide the new drive into the bottom part of the drive holder and align

the holes on each side of the drive holder.

8 Secure the drive to the drive holder using screws in each of the two

holes on each side of the drive holder (screws are provided with the

new drive). Do not overtighten the screws.

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9 Slide the drive holder back into the chassis so that the edge of the

holder is flush with the chassis.

10 Push in on the tab (A) to securely latch the holder to the chassis.

Installing an internal hard disk drive (PCV-RX series model)

11 Connect the inner drive cable connector (B) to the first drive.

12 Connect the outer drive cable connector (C) to the second drive.

13 Connect the first power connector (D) to the first drive.

14 Connect the second power connector (E) to the second drive.

15 Replace the side panel (see “Replacing the Side Panel” on page 26).

16 Reconnect the power cord to the system and then turn on your

computer.

Drive connectors

Power connectors

Tab

Disk drive holder

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To identify additional hard disk space

When you initialize the new hard disk drive, it must be configured as an

extended partition in Windows NT file system (NTFS) format.

1 Log on in Windows® as Administrator.

2 Click Start in the Windows taskbar and right-click on My Computer.

A shortcut menu appears.

3 Select Manage. The Computer Management window appears.

4 From the file directory on the right, go to Storage and then select

Disk Management.

5 Right-click on the newly installed, unformatted drive (Disk label

identified with red marking), and from the shortcut menu, select

Initialize Disk.

6 Click on the Unallocated area of the drive and then right-click to

display the shortcut menu.

7 Select New Partition. The New Partition wizard appears.

8 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

The Windows® XP operating system recognizes the new hard disk drive

and applies the NTFS format.

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Removing the Power Supply (PCV-RX series

models)

Remove the power supply when you insert a memory module (see

“Removing a Memory Module” on page 36).

1 Remove the screw that secures the power supply to the rear of the

chassis.

2 Pull the tab (A) that latches the power supply to the chassis.

3 Slide the power supply up until the power supply clears the chassis.

Removing the power supply (PCV-RX series model)

4 Rotate the power supply upside down and rest it on top of the chassis

where the hard drive is located.

! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open

applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut

down the computer, and unplug the power cord.

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Replacing the Power Supply (PCV-RX series

model)

1 Rotate the power supply down and slide it down along the rails on

each side of the chassis opening.

2 Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the rear of the

chassis.

Chapter 4

System Board

This chapter identifies and describes components on the system board.

Processor

CPU Fan

Memory

Power Supply Fan

CPU Power Supply

Power Supply

Secondary IDE

Primary IDE

Floppy Disk

Battery

Front Panel

USB Header

CMOS Clear

Slot No. 3 (PCI)

Slot No. 2 (PCI)

Slot No. 1 (CNR)

Keyboard, Mouse

Mic In, Line In,

Line Out

i.LINK Header

CD-In

(to front panel)

Aux-In

Slot No. 4 (PCI)

Slot No. 5 (AGP)

(to front panel)

USB5, USB6,

Ethernet

USB3, USB4,

Printer, Monitor,

i.LINK

Header

S/P DIF Out

The CNR slot no. 1 and PCI slot no. 2 are located under slot cover no. 1, 2.

Only one expansion slot can be used at a time.

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Memory Module (DDR-DIMM) Slots

Align pin 1 of the Dual Inline Memory Module (DDR-DIMM) to the small

triangle located on the memory module slot of the system board.

DDR-DIMM1

DDR-DIMM2

Indicates pin 1

Memory module (DDR-DIMM)

System Board

Power Supply and Aux Power Headers

The power supply header on the system board connects to the power

supply header labelled P1.

Power Supply header

Pin Signal Name

1 +3.3 V

2 +3.3 V

3Ground

4+5 V

5Ground

6+5 V

7Ground

8 PWRGD (Power Good)

9+5 VSB

10 +12 V

11 +3.3 V

12 -12 V

13 Ground

14 PS-ON# (power supply remote on/off control)

15 Ground

1 11

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16 Ground

17 Ground

18 No Connection

19 +5 V

20 +5 V

Aux Power header

Pin Signal Name

1Ground

2Ground

3+12 V

4+12 V

Power Supply header (Continued)

Pin Signal Name

System Board

CLR CMOS Jumper

The CLR CMOS Jumper clears the BIOS password setting.

CLR CMOS Jumper Settings

Jumper Plug Position Function

1-2 Clear CMOS Password

2-3 Normal

✍ The configuration jumpers should never need changing unless otherwise directed by a

technical support or service technician.

123

CLR CMOS

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Chapter 5

CMOS Setup Options

This chapter describes each screen in the Award BIOS Setup Utility (see

“Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility” on page 16).

The Award BIOS setup has five menu items on the menu bar. These are:

❑ Main

❑ Advanced

❑ Power

❑ Boot

❑ Exit

Options that you can change are enclosed in brackets. Text that is not

enclosed in brackets cannot be changed.

A small triangle ( ) indicates that there is a sub-menu with additional

information and options. Press Enter to display the sub-menu. The

information and options in a sub-menu are context-sensitive (they appear

or disappear, depending on which options you select).

The item shown in [brackets] in this guide is the default option. The

option shown in [brackets] on the screen is the option currently set for

your system.

The other available options for each item are shown without brackets

directly below the default option in this guide. The available options are

listed in the order they occur when you press the + key.

Use the left and right arrow keys to choose a menu item. Use the up and

down arrow keys to select an option. Press Enter to display a list of

options, or press the + or - key to cycle through the other options.

If you display the list of options, use the up and down arrow keys to

select an option in the list, then press Enter to choose the selection.

Press Esc to go back to the main menu.

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Press F10 to save the changes and exit, or press Esc to discard the

changes.

Follow the on-screen prompts for other choices. The bottom of the screen

presents a summary of the keys to use for navigation and control.

CMOS Setup Options

Main Screen

System Time [00:00:00]

System Date [01/01/2003]

Primary Master (see

“IDE Sub-Menus”

on page 60)

Primary Slave (see

“IDE Sub-Menus”

on page 60)

Secondary Master (see

“IDE Sub-Menus”

on page 60)

Secondary Slave (see

“IDE Sub-Menus”

on page 60)

Supervisor Password [Disabled]

User Password [Disabled]

Installed Memory See online specifications sheet for details.

BIOS Revision/Version 1002 (depends on model)

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IDE Sub-Menus

Type [Auto]

User Type HDD

CD-ROM

LS-120

ZIP-100

Other ATAPI

None

Translation Method

[LBA]

Large

Normal

Match Partition Table

Manual

Cylinders

†

[1024]

Heads

†

[255]

Sectors

‡

[63]

CHS Capacity

8422 MB

Maximum LBA Capacity

40992 MB (depends on model)

Multi-Sector Transfers

[Maximum]

Disabled

2 Sectors

4 Sectors

8 Sectors

16 Sectors

32 Sectors

PIO Mode

[4]

ULTRA DMA Mode

†

[5]

Set Device As

††

[Auto]

Floppy

Hard Disk

* This option appears when Type is set to User Type HDD.

† This option appears when Type is set to Auto or User Type HDD.

‡ This option appears when Type is set to Auto or User Type HDD.

** This option appears when Type is not set to None.

†† This option appears when Type is set to ZIP-100 or MO.

CMOS Setup Options

Advanced Screen

CPU Speed [1500MHz]

Hyper Threading Technology [Enabled]

†

Disabled

I/O Device Configuration (see “I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu” on page 62)

PCI Configuration (see

“PCI Configuration Sub-Menu”

on page 62)

* CPU Speed may vary, depending on the model purchased.

† Hyper Threading Technology may vary, depending on the model purchased.

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I/O Device Configuration Sub-Menu

Onboard AC97 Audio Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

Onboard AC97 Modem Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

Onboard 1394 Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

Onboard Lan Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

Onboard Parallel Port [378H/IRQ7]

278H/IRQ5

Disabled

3BCH/IRQ7

Parallel Port Mode [Normal]

EPP

ECP

ECP+EPP

Onboard Memory Stick Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

PCI Configuration Sub-Menu

Slot 1 IRQ [Auto]

to NA

Slot 3 IRQ 3

VGA BIOS Sequence [PCI/AGP]

AGP/PCI

Onboard LAN Boot ROM [Disabled]

Enabled

CMOS Setup Options

Power Screen

Power Up Control

AC PWR Loss Restart [Disabled]

Enabled

Wake On LAN [Disabled]

Enabled

Hardware Monitor

MB Temperature [(displays actual temperature)]

Ignore

CPU Temperature [(displays actual temperature)]

Ignore

CPU Fan Speed [(displays actual RPM)]

Ignore

Power Fan Speed [(displays actual RPM)]

Ignore

VCORE Voltage [(displays actual voltage)]

Ignore

+3.3V Voltage [(displays actual voltage)]

Ignore

+5V Voltage [(displays actual voltage)]

Ignore

+12V Voltage [(displays actual voltage)]

Ignore

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Boot Screen

1. ATAPI CD-ROM [(displays installed drive)]

Disabled

2. Removable Device [Legacy Floppy]

LS120

ZIP-100

ATAPI MO

USB FDD

Disabled

3. IDE Hard Drive [(displays installed drive)]

Disabled

4. Other Boot Device [Disabled]

INT18 Device (Network)

SCSI Boot Device

Silent Boot [Enabled]

Disabled

CMOS Setup Options

Exit Screen

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes

Load Setup Defaults

Discard Changes

Save Changes

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Chapter 6

Miscellaneous Technical

Information

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

❑ User and Supervisor password

❑ Beep code error messages

❑ PCI configuration status and error messages

❑ DMA channel assignments

❑ System I/O address map

❑ Memory map

❑ IRQ settings

✍ Models equipped with Giga Pocket features may require increased system resources due to

additional hardware.

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User and Supervisor Passwords

The system allows you to specify up to two passwords (a User password

and a Supervisor password) in the CMOS Setup Utility. The User

password is required; the Supervisor password is optional.

Access to the CMOS Setup Utility depends on which passwords were

previously set, as indicated next.

If you set these passwords... ...the following passwords are required:

User password only User password is required at bootup.

Supervisor password only No password is required at bootup.

Supervisor password is required by most

setup options.

Both passwords User password is required at bootup.

Supervisor password is required by most

setup options.

Miscellaneous Technical Information

Beep Code Error Messages

During a normal bootup, a single short beep signifies that the system is

OK. Other beep patterns signify errors. The number of beeps indicates the

specific error that occurred.

If a system error occurs, the Sony Online Support technicians require the

number of beeps your system produces.

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PCI Configuration Status and Error Messages

The following is a list of status and error messages that may appear on

your system from time to time.

Message Meaning

Floppy Disk Controller

Resource Conflict

The floppy disk controller has requested a

resource that is already in use.

NVRAM Checksum Error,

NVRAM Cleared

The NVRAM data was reinitialized due to

an NVRAM checksum error.

NVRAM Cleared By Jumper The Clear CMOS jumper block has been

changed to the clear position.

NVRAM Data Invalid,

NVRAM Cleared

Invalid entry in the NVRAM.

Parallel Port Resource Conflict The parallel port has requested a resource

that is already in use.

PCI Error Log is Full This message is displayed when more than

15 PCI conflict errors are detected. No

additional PCI errors can be logged.

PCI I/O Port Conflict Two devices requested the same resource,

resulting in a conflict.

PCI IRQ Conflict Two devices requested the same resource,

resulting in a conflict.

PCI Memory Conflict Two devices requested the same resource,

resulting in a conflict.

Primary Boot Device Not

Found

The designated primary boot device (hard

disk drive, floppy disk drive, CD-ROM

drive, or network drive) could not be

found.

Primary IDE Controller

Resource Conflict

The primary IDE controller has requested

a resource that is already in use.

Primary Input Device Not

Found

The designated primary input device

(keyboard, mouse, or other, if input is

redirected) could not be found.

Primary Output Device Not

Found

The designated primary output device

(display, serial port, or other, if input is

redirected) could not be found.

Miscellaneous Technical Information

Secondary IDE Controller

Resource Conflict

The secondary IDE controller has

requested a resource that is already in use.

Static Device Resource Conflict A non-Plug and Play ISA card has

requested a resource that is already in use.

System Board Device Resource

Conflict

A non-Plug and-Play ISA card has

requested a resource that is already in use.

Message Meaning

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DMA Channel Assignments

This shows the factory default values. The Windows® operating system

reassigns resources to best meet the needs of a particular configuration.

DMA

Channel

Default

Assignment

Channel 4 Direct memory access controller

Channel 2 Standard floppy disk controller

Miscellaneous Technical Information

System I/O Address Map

Resource Device Status

0x00000000-0x00000CF7 PCI bus

0x00000000-0x00000CF7 Direct memory access controller

0x00000D00-0x0000FFFF PCI bus

0x000003B0-0x000003BB SiS® Accelerated Graphics Port

0x000003B0-0x000003BB NVIDIA® GeForce™ FX 5800 Ultra

0x000003C0-0x000003DF SiS Accelerated Graphics Port

0x000003C0-0x000003DF NVIDIA GeForce FX 5800 Ultra (Sony)

0x00000A79-0x00000A79 ISAPNP Read Data Port

0x00000279-0x00000279 ISAPNP Read Data Port

0x00000274-0x00000277 ISAPNP Read Data Port

0x0000E400-0x0000E47F Motherboard resources

0x0000E480-0x0000E4FF Motherboard resources

0x0000E600-0x0000E61F Motherboard resources

0x00000480-0x0000048F Motherboard resources

0x00000010-0x0000001F Motherboard resources

0x00000022-0x0000002D Motherboard resources

0x00000030-0x0000003F Motherboard resources

0x00000044-0x0000005F Motherboard resources

0x00000062-0x00000063 Motherboard resources

0x00000065-0x0000006F Motherboard resources

0x00000074-0x0000007F Motherboard resources

0x00000091-0x00000093 Motherboard resources

0x000000A2-0x000000BF Motherboard resources

0x000000E0-0x000000EF Motherboard resources

0x000004D0-0x000004D1 Motherboard resources

0x00000020-0x00000021 Programmable interrupt controller

0x000000A0-0x000000A1 Programmable interrupt controller

0x00000080-0x00000090 Direct memory access controller

0x00000094-0x0000009F Direct memory access controller

0x000000C0-0x000000DF Direct memory access controller

0x00000040-0x00000043 System timer

0x00000070-0x00000073 System CMOS/real time clock

0x00000061-0x00000061 System speaker

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0x000000F0-0x000000FF Numeric data processor

0x000003F2-0x000003F5 Standard floppy disk controller

0x000003F7-0x000003F7 Standard floppy disk controller

0x00000378-0x0000037F Printer Port (LPT1)

0x00000060-0x00000060 Standard 101/102-Key or

Microsoft® Natural PS/2® Keyboard

0x00000064-0x00000064 Standard 101/102-Key or

Microsoft Natural PS/2 Keyboard

0x0000002E-0x0000002F Motherboard resources

0x00000295-0x00000296 Motherboard resources

0x00000240-0x00000247 Sony Memory Stick controller (WB)

0x0000B400-0x0000B40F SiS PCI IDE Controller

0x000001F0-0x000001F7 Primary IDE Channel

0x000003F6-0x000003F6 Primary IDE Channel

0x00000170-0x00000177 Secondary IDE Channel

0x00000376-0x00000376 Secondary IDE Channel

0x0000B000-0x0000B0FF Agere Systems™ AC'97 Modem

0x0000A800-0x0000A87F Agere Systems AC'97 Modem

0x0000A400-0x0000A4FF YAMAHA AC-XG Audio Device

0x0000A000-0x0000A07F YAMAHA AC-XG Audio Device

0x00009800-0x000098FF Sony Advanced Encoder Board

(Kernel Streaming)

0x00009400-0x000094FF Realtek® RTL8139/810x

✍ I/O addresses that may be used by add-on cards are not listed.

Resource Device Status

Miscellaneous Technical Information

Memory Map

Resource Device

0x0000-0x9FFFF System board

0xF0000-0xFFFFF System board

0x100000-0x1FFFFFFF System board

0xFEC00000-0xFECFFFFF System board

0xFEE00000-0xFEEFFFFF System board

0xA0000-0xBFFFF PCI bus

0xA0000-0xBFFFF SiS® Accelerated Graphics Port

0xA0000-0xBFFFF NVIDIA® GeForce™ FX 5800 Ultra (Sony)

0xC8000-0xDFFFF PCI bus

0x20000000-0xFEBFFFFF PCI bus

0xE7000000-0xE7FFFFFF SiS Accelerated Graphics Port

0xE7000000-0xE7FFFFFF NVIDIA GeForce FX 5800 Ultra (Sony)

0xEFF00000-0xFEBFFFFF SiS Accelerated Graphics Port

0xE8000000-0xEBFFFFFF SiS Accelerated Graphics Port

0xF0000000-0xF7FFFFFF NVIDIA GeForce FX 5800 Ultra (Sony)

0xFFEE0000-0xFFEFFFFF Motherboard resources

0xFFFE0000-0xFFFFFFFF Motherboard resources

0xE6800000-0xE6800FFF SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

0xE6000000-0xE6000FFF SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

0xE5800000-0xE5800FFF SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

0xE5000000-0xE5000FFF SiS PCI to USB Enhanced Host Controller

0xE4800000-0xE480FFFF Sony Advanced Encoder

Board(KernelStreaming)

0xE4000000-0xE40000FF Realtek® RTL8139/810x Family Fast

Ethernet NIC

0xE3800000-0xE3800FFF NEC OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host

Controller

✍ I/O addresses that may be used by add-on cards are not listed.

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IRQ Settings

Resource Device

0 System timer

1 Standard 101/102-Key or Microsoft® Natural PS/2® Keyboard

6 Standard floppy disk controller

8 System CMOS/real time clock

11 Sony Memory Stick controller (WB)

12 PS/2 Compatible Mouse

13 Numeric data processor

14 Primary IDE Channel

15 Secondary IDE Channel

16 NVIDIA® GeForce™ FX 5800 Ultra (Sony)

17 Realtek® RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC

18 Agere Systems™ AC'97 Modem

18 YAMAHA AC-XG Audio Device

18 Sony Advanced Encoder Board (KernelStreaming)

18 NEC OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller

20 Microsoft® ACPI-Compliant System

20 SiS® 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

21 SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

22 SiS 7001 PCI to USB Open Host Controller

23 SiS PCI to USB Enhanced Host Controller

Chapter 7

Specifications

This chapter describes the technical specifications for your

VAIO Digital Studio™ computer.

Processor

Chipset

AGP Bus

✍ System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. Your computer may not

include all of the hardware features discussed in this section.

See online specifications sheet for details.

AGP interface specification, version 2.0 (supports 2x/4x)

One AGP slot

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PCI Bus

Memory Modules

Memory Configurations

L2 Cache

Graphics

PCI Level 2.2, 33 MHz zero wait state

Three PCI slots - not all slots are available. (See online specifications sheet for

details.)

Installed memory See online specifications sheet for details.

Maximum memory 1.0 GB (512 MB in each socket)

Voltage 2.5 V memory only

Pins 184-pins with gold-plated contacts

Memory type 2.5 V PC2700 DDR-SDRAM unrestricted, unbuffered,

64-bit (Non-ECC) DDR-SDRAM DIMM modules

DIMM1

* Your computer ships with at least 512 MB and is expandable to 1.0 GB. DDR-DIMM memory modules

must be 2.5 volts, PC2700, 4-clock between sockets and 64-bit or 42-bit 133 MHz SDRAM.

DIMM2

0, 128, 256, 512 0, 128, 256, 512

Installed 512 KB of Advanced Transfer cache

AGP Controller

* Supports DDC-1 and DDC-2b standards for Plug and Play displays.

See online specifications sheet for details.

Video memory See online specifications sheet for details.

Resolution (displayed resolution depends on the graphics display you use)

True color (32-bits) Up to 1600 x 1200 at 85 Hz non-interlaced

High color (16-bits) Up to 1600 x 1200 at 100 Hz non-interlaced

256 colors (8-bits) Up to 1600 x 1200 at 100 Hz non-interlaced

Specifications

Audio

Communications

Giga Pocket I/O

Sound chip See online specifications sheet for details.

Wave synthesis Software synthesis

Sound effects DirectX® software

Audio sampling rate Up to 48 kHz at 16-bits

Rear panel connectors Microphone

Headphones (for stereo headphones)

Line In (from stereo audio source)

Modem

* Installed modem may vary, depending on the system configuration purchased.

V.90 compatible data/fax modem

†

† This modem is capable of downloading at 56 Kbps. Your phone service, online service, or Internet Service

Provider may not support this technology or operate at this speed.

Fax 14.4 Kbps maximum

i.LINK® (IEEE 1394)

interface

400 Mbps, OHCI chip set

Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX

Rear Audio L/R In jack

Video/S-Video In jack

Video/S-Video Out jack

Audio L/R Out jack

VHF/UHF port

Front Video/S-Video In jack

Audio L/R In jack

* System configuration may vary, depending on the model purchased. See the online specification

sheet for details.

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I/O and Expansion Slots

Floppy Disk Drive and Controller

Hard Drives and Controller

Speaker DC Out jack One connection for speaker power cable.

Printer port One high-speed bi-directional

Centronics-compatible port with ECP and EPP

modes.

Modem jacks Two RJ-11 jacks (telephone and line).

(See online specifications sheet for details.)

USB 2.0 ports

* Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 technology supports high/full/low speeds.

USB1 and USB2 (front panel)

USB3, USB4, USB5, USB6 (rear panel)

(See online specifications sheet for details.)

AGP slot One slot for an AGP card.

PCI slots Not all PCI slots are available for expansion.

(See online specifications sheet for details.)

CNR slot One slot for a CNR modem.

IDE headers Primary and secondary (each supports two IDE

drives)

i.LINK®

(IEEE 1394) ports

One 4-pin port on the front panel

One 6-pin port on the rear panel

Drive Description

Floppy disk controller 82077-compatible (supports up to 2.88 MB)

Floppy disk drive 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB.

Drive Description

EIDE controller Supports up to four EIDE drives (supports PIO

Mode 4 EIDE drives and Ultra DMA/100 Mode

drives)

IDE hard drive

* Bus-mastering EIDE driver installed.

See online specifications sheet for details.

Specifications

Optical Drives

System BIOS

Drive Description

Optical drive #1 See online specifications sheet for details.

Optical drive #2 See online specifications sheet for details.

Make and model Award-based

ROM 2 Mb Flash-ROM

Passwords User and supervisor passwords supported

Power management APM 1.2

Advanced features ACPI-1.0 compliant hardware for use with APM and

PNP BIOS APIs

Plug and Play devices Supported with steerable DMA channels and

interrupts

Special features PC-99 compliant, multi-boot, PCI add-on card

auto-configure

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Index

address map, system 73

AGP bus specifications 77

audio specifications 79

battery - See lithium battery

beep codes

BIOS Setup Utility

See CMOS Setup Utility

BIOS setup utility

advanced screen

boot screen 64

exit screen 65

main screen 59

options 57

power screen 63

screens 57

BIOS specifications 81

chipset specifications 77

CLR CMOS Jumper 55

CMOS - See Also BIOS

CMOS Setup Utility

codes, beeps 69

communications, specifications 79

computer

lithium battery

configuring

power management

connectors

i.LINK

monitor 11

power 53

USB 6

cover, slot 42

covering I/O slot 43

CPU - See processor

display, power management 17

disposal of lithium battery ix

DMA channel assignments 72

Energy Star iii

error messages

beep codes

PCI configuration 70

expansion slots 14

specifications for 80

expansion slots - See slots

fax/modem - See modem card

floppy disk drive

specifications

front view 2

buttons and switches 4

connectors 5, 6

indicators 5

Giga Pocket specifications 79

graphics controller - See graphics

graphics specifications

hard drive specifications 80

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i.LINK connector 6

I/O address map 73

I/O connectors

i.LINK

keyboard and mouse 10

mic, line in, headphones 12

monitor 11

printer port 11

telephone and line 12

USB ports 10

I/O slot covering 43

I/O slot specifications 80

icons, description of 8

IEEE 1394 - See i.LINK

installing

PCI add-on card

system memory 39

keyboard connector 10

L2 cache specifications 78

lithium battery

disposal

safety precautions ix

lithium battery, replacing 33

map - See I/O address map and

memory map

memory - See system memory

memory configuration specifications

memory module

connector

removing 36

specifications 78

messages

error

status and error 70

microprocessor - See processor

modem - See communications

monitor - See display

monitor connector

mouse connector 10

online specifications 1

Optical drive

performance of discs

3, 81

panel 26

removing 24

passwords, user and supervisor 68

PCI add-on card

installing

PCI bus specifications 78

power connector 53

power management, configuring 17

processor specifications 77, 78

RAM - See system memory

rear view

I/O connectors 10

icons 8

removing

memory module

panel 24

slot cover 42

replacing 26

panel 26

replacing lithium battery 33

resolution - See graphics

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