Installing memory – Sony PCV-RX560 User Manual

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Installing Memory

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 cover. See

Removing the side cover

.

4.

Gently place the unit on its side. If necessary, remove any cables, add-on cards, or other components to access
the DIMM slots.
Remove the power supply before installing the DIMMs, by following these steps:

Remove the screw that secures the power supply to the chassis.

Pull the tab that releases the power supply from the chassis.

Slide the power supply unit up until the it clears the chassis.

Rotate the power supply to an upside down position and rest it on top of the chassis.

5.

Handle the DIMM only by the edges, and remove it from its anti-static package.

6.

Locate the notches on the bottom edge of the DIMM.

7.

Align the DIMM over the slot.

Caution:

To avoid damaging the DIMM slot, move the DIMM latches slightly outward to relieve pressure. The module
clicks into place.

8.

Firmly insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the slot.

9.

Press down evenly against the DIMM's upper corners. The end latches snap into position to hold the module in
place.

10. Reinstall any components or add-on cards you removed.

11. Reinstall the power supply by following these steps:

Rotate the power supply down to its original position and slide it into the chassis until the tab
snaps into position.

Replace the screw that secures the power supply to the chassis.

12. Replace the side cover. See

Replacing the side cover

.

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