User manual SONY VAIO VPC-CA23FX/B

[. . . ] Java is a US trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. [. . . ] Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the memory/WLAN module compartment cover (see Expansion memory module on page 56). Release the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 64). Remove the internal memory module: 1. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer. ) 66 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW 2. Remove the memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect installation into the memory module slot. Reverse this procedure to install the internal memory module. RTC battery NOTE: Removing the RTC battery and leaving it uninstalled for 5 or more minutes causes all passwords and CMOS settings to be cleared. Description RTC battery Spare part number 449137-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: 1. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the memory/WLAN module compartment cover (see Expansion memory module on page 56). If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Release the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 64). Remove the switch cover (see Switch cover on page 70). Remove the fan: 1. Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the system board. NOTE: The illustration below shows the fan removal steps for the SONY Compaq 6715 computer model. The fan cable on the SONY Compaq 6710 computer model is in a different location, but the disconnection steps are the same. Loosen the Phillips PM2. 5×8. 0 captive screw (2) that secures the fan to the computer. Remove the Phillips PM2. 5×8. 0 screw (3) that secures the fan to the computer. [. . . ] Careful handling must be exercised when removing these components. When you remove these components, handle them carefully. This SONY product contains mercury in the backlight in the display assembly that might require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of mercury may be regulated because of environmental considerations. [. . . ]