Compaq 6000 manual Upgrading or Replacing Memory

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Computer Upgrades

Reconnecting the Hard Drive Cables

4.Complete the procedure described in “Reassembling the Computer” section towards the end of this chapter.

5.Turn on the computer.

6.If you replaced the hard drive, insert the Compaq Restore Plus! CD to restore the operating system, software drivers, and/or any software applications that were preinstalled on the computer from Compaq. Follow the instructions in the guide included with the restore CD. When the restore process is completed, reinstall your personal files that you backed up before replacing your hard drive.

Upgrading or Replacing Memory

Your computer comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on your computer. Memory expansion modules can be installed in the memory expansion slots in the computer.

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Contents Hardware Reference Guide Page Contents Specifications Index Front Panel Components Look at the ComputerLook at the Computer Rear Panel Components Rear Panel ComponentsDepending on your model, the video port Mouse Component Mouse ComponentsUsing the Wireless Wheel Mouse Using the Scroll MouseUsing the USB Optical Mouse Easy Access Keyboard Components Keyboard FeaturesEasy Access Keyboard Components Using the Easy Access ButtonsEasy Access Buttons Customizing the Easy Access Buttons Using the Windows Logo Key System Status Lights Identifying System Status LightsSmart Card Keyboard Components Smart Card Keyboard Components Using the Smart Card FeatureHardware Reference Guide Preparing the Computer Computer UpgradesDisconnect all external devices connected to the computer Removing the Computer Access Panel Removing or Upgrading a Drive Removing a Drive Locating Drive PositionsDisconnecting the Optical Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide Removing a Drive Replacing or Adding a Drive Computer Upgrades Upgrading or Replacing Memory Removing a Memory Module Locating the Memory Module Replacing or Adding a Memory Module Open both latches of the memory module socket Removing or Installing an Expansion Card Removing the Screw and Expansion Bracket Cover Removing an Expansion Card Replacing or Adding an Expansion Card Replace the expansion cover bracket 1 and screw Reassembling the Computer Replacing the Side Access Panel Reconnecting the Power Cable Preventing Electrostatic Damage When Handling DrivesWhen Installing Internal Components Electrostatic DischargeCompaq 6000 Series Computer SpecificationsHeat Dissipation Index Index-2

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