Sony pcv-rx406 User Manual
Sony V
A
IO
Desktop User
Guide
Upgrading your VAIO computer
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Inserting a PCI add-on board
Your computer has open PCI expansion slots. These slots enable you to install add-on boards to expand the
functionality of your system.
functionality of your system.
Add-on board configuration can vary.
To insert an add-on board, proceed as follows:
1
Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral
devices, such as your printer.
devices, such as your printer.
2
Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.
3
Remove the side cover as described in
Opening the side cover
Opening the side cover
.
4
Locate one of the two available expansion slots.
5
Remove the screw, and then remove the slot cover, as
shown.
shown.
6
Install the add-on board by plugging it into the
expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the
expansion slot, as shown.
expansion slot and secure it with the screw from the
expansion slot, as shown.
7
Attach any internal cables that the board requires (see
the manual that came with the add-on board).
the manual that came with the add-on board).
8
Replace the side cover as described in
Closing the side cover
Closing the side cover
9
Reconnect all peripheral devices and the power cord,
and then turn on the computer.
and then turn on the computer.
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Make sure you observe the proper safety precautions when you add boards to
your VAIO computer.
your VAIO computer.