Sony Vaio VGC-RC300 Series, User Manual

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Upgrading Your VAIO Computer
Before Upgrading Your Computer
The upgrading procedures described in this section assume that you are familiar with the general terminology associated with
personal computers, safety practices, required regulatory compliances, and the modification of electronic equipment.
Disconnect the computer from its power source and from telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open
the computer or follow any procedures in this section.
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Failure to disconnect the computer from its power source may result in personal injury or equipment damage. Always turn the power off before you
open the computer or connect peripheral equipment. Otherwise, damage may occur to the integrated circuits.
Your model may not be equipped with all of the hardware features mentioned in this section. The interior hardware
configuration of the computer may vary from the illustrations, depending on the model you purchased.
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You may need to temporarily remove add-on cards or other components that may be near the slot cover you plan to remove.
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Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, add-on cards, and other components. Follow the procedures described here only at an ESD
workstation. If such a station is not available, do not work in a carpeted area and do not handle materials that produce or hold static electricity (for
example, cellophane wrappers). Ground yourself by maintaining continuous contact with an unpainted metal portion of the chassis while performing
the procedure.