Sony vgx-xl2 manual

Tools Needed: Just one screwdriver, thermal paste and an anti-static strap. Just pop on an anti static strap and follow these 8 simple steps. Take out the 2 screws from the back of the case and remove the lid.

Take out another 2 screws from the plastic ducting containing the fans, remove the ducting and fans. Optional step: remove dust from the fans using compressed air. Slowly and alternatively loosen the heat sync screws until the heat sync can be removed. Optional step: remove dust from the heat sync using compressed air.

Insert the new CPU, re-clip it into place, make sure it is clean and apply thermal paste. Reattach the heat sync by slowly and alternatively screwing the 4 screws back into place. Reattach the ducting and fans with the 2 screws. For further guidance watch my video below. Instruction set : bit. Maximum TDP 95w. Memory specification : PAE bit. Use care when removing a memory card to avoid damage to the reader or card.

Note: Do not remove a media card while the media access indicator light is on. Page 20 Power Cord Connection for supplied power cord. Important Note: Sony will not be held responsible for damages resulting when security measures are not taken, or when security problems occur due to the circumstance outside of the wireless LAN specifications.

Listed below are some general guidelines. Page 25 XL2A computer. In this type of connection, there will be separate audio connections. LINK connection may vary depending on the soft- ware applications, operating system and compatible i. Always use the device driver provided by Sony for any updates. Option 2 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable to your cable service access.

Connect the other end to the single-connection side of a splitter adapter. Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the double-connection side of the splitter adapter. Page 29 Connecting a Cable or Satellite Set-top Box You can connect your computer to cable or satellite service that requires a set-top box. Option 1 Connect one end of a TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access. Connect the other end to the In jack on the back panel of your set-top box.

Page 30 Option 2 Connect one end of the TV coaxial cable optional to your cable service access. Connect a second TV coaxial cable optional to the Out jack on your set-top box. ATSC is the group that helped to develop the new digital television standard for the United States and other countries.

Page 33 To change speaker settings, do the following: This procedure will demonstrate how to set up 5. Your selections may differ depending on your type of speakers.

Page 34 Select the appropriate connection type. Your selection depends on the type of cable used to connect your 5.

From the Test Your Speakers screen, select the test your speakers for sound. Important: Then select not hear sound from all your speakers. Select Configuration. The Speaker Configuration screen displays. Verify that Analog - 5. The Sound tab. For better reception, if needed, you may mount the wireless LAN antenna to a wall using the included screws. Page 39 Note: Registration can be done through the Internet.

Sony product registration is voluntary; failure to register will not diminish your limited warranty rights. Sony encourages you to complete the "VAIO customer registration" in order When complete return to Media Center.

Page 41 Click the appropriate display. The following screen displays. This device is equipped with a 2. Reduces power consumption because it turns off the components other than the minimum components necessary while maintaining the current working status. Upgrading memory increases the data processing speed and allows faster response time when running multiple programs at the same time.

There are a total of 4 slots available in this device to install memory modules and it can be upgraded to a total of 2 GB. Page 46 Contact customer support for questions about upgrading the memory. The Sony repair centers provide a service for charge for those who can't install the memory by themselves and for people who purchased or plan to purchase Sony memory. Page 47 There are various types of memory modules. Make sure that the products purchased at a store have a written warranty for the device when installing.

Consult with the dealer where you purchased the memory module with questions. Install Notes: Observe the following when installing a memory module in order to not damage the memory module with static. Each slot can hold a MB memory module. Page 49 Touch metal to discharge any static buildup in your body and then remove the memory module from of the package.

Carefully install the memory module. Please refer to the Install Notes listed above. If you have any problems please contact your Sony Technical Support Representative. Page 50 Connectors go down Locking Cap Make sure the locking caps are back and the notch is aligned. Pres down the memory module until the locking caps pop up.

Press in to secure. Use both hands to place the memory module. Make sure that the memory module is installed properly. Page 51 Align clips on both sides of memory module.

Install the graphics card. Install the graphics card, connect the cable and tighten the screw. Install the upper cover. Install the cover and tighten the screws on the back. Connect the power cord and the peripheral devices that were removed in Step 1 and turn on the power to this device. Page 52 Make sure that memory capacity is correct, memory installation is complete. If the memory capacity has not increased, remove the memory module after turning off the power to this device, and repeat the procedure to properly install the memory module again.

Remove Memory Module Discharge static in your body by touching the metal inside this device, and then press out and down on the clips on both of the memory slots. Page 53 There may be a limit on downloading video from i. LINK depending on the hard disk used to upgrade. Installing or removing the hard disk with the power cord still plugged in may cause damage to the hard disk, this computer, or a peripheral device.

Page 55 Remove the inside panel. Remove the screws from the inside panel and remove the panel. Remove the hard disk bay. Remove the cables connected to the hard disk installed at the time of purchase and remove the hard disk drive bay. Note: Touching other parts can cause a failure when installing the hard disk drive bay. Page 56 Install the hard disk upgrade in the hard disk drive bay. Secure the hard disk upgrade in the hard disk drive bay with the screws. Install in the lower bay when there is an open space in the lower bay.

Connect the cables to both of the hard disks, the one installed at the time of purchasing and the upgraded hard disk. Page 57 Below is the location of the main unit expansion connector. However, the use of serial ATA cables with a L shaped connector areas is recommended.

Install the hard disk drive bay in the original location. Page 58 Install the inside panel. Insert the inside panel and tighten the screws. Page 59 Remove a Hard Disk Remove a hard disk by doing the reverse of the installation procedures. Turn off the power to this device and any peripheral devices and remove the power cord and all cables connecting to peripheral devices before removing the hard disk.

Page 60 Enter the size of the partition you want to create in the click Next. The Partition Creation Click Complete. The Partition Creation hard disk display now shows the partition has changed from Open Space.

Page 61 Support Central provides you with a single location for all of your support needs and allows you to easily access valuable support and technical information from Sony and Microsoft. Page 63 When Infrastructure mode is used, you can enjoy the Internet and E-mail communications where ever a wireless access point is set up.

Also, a broadband network is possible if you communicate with an access point connected to ADSL modem, etc.

Furthermore, this device itself can be used as an access point. This device and a wireless LAN access point sold separately can be connected using the following procedure. See above image Click Wireless Network in the taskbar notification area at the lower right of the screen on the desktop or the Wireless Network icon. From the Wireless network connection screen, select the wireless LAN access point to connect to from the Connect.

Page 67 Click the Wireless Networks From the Preferred Networks list, select the network device you want to confirm and then click Properties. The properties screen is displays. Confirm the detailed information about the wireless LAN access point is correct. To create a new connection or switch connections You can create new location to connect to or switch connections to another wireless LAN access point with wireless LAN while connected.

Page 68 To set the priority of the wireless LAN access points that are available for connection Note: If you move outside of the range for connecting to a wireless LAN access point, it automatically switches to the next registered access point in order of priority, choosing from available access points. Set the first computer to Ad hoc mode and then connect the other computers to the first computer.

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