HP DV5-2077CL manual

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expansion memory module slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory module slot.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before installing a memory module.

CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before beginning any procedure, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object.

NOTE: To use a dual-channel configuration when adding a second memory module, be sure that both memory modules are the same capacity.

To add or replace a memory module:

CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system:

Shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.

If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the operating system.

1.Save your work and shut down the computer.

2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

3.Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and remove the battery.

4.Loosen the 2 memory module compartment cover screws (1).

5.Remove the memory module compartment cover (2).

6.If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module:

a.Pull away the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module. The memory module tilts up.

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Contents Getting Started Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Contacting customer support Labels Input power Operating environment Viii Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationTop Getting to know your computerTouchPad Component Description LightsButtons Keys FrontRight-side Protection, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide Left-sideMediaSmart Webcam DisplayBottom Enabling HP QuickWeb HP QuickWebStarting HP QuickWeb Identifying the QuickWeb LaunchBarIdentifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar icons Identifying the QuickWeb control iconsIdentifying the QuickWeb LaunchBar Identifying the QuickWeb system tray iconsStarting Microsoft Windows Configuring the networkTurning HP QuickWeb on and off Networking Using an Internet service provider ISPConnecting to an existing Wlan Connecting to a wireless networkSetting up a new Wlan network Configuring a wireless router Using the action keys Using the keyboardKeyboard and pointing devices Using keypads Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Turning the TouchPad on and off Using the TouchPadUsing TouchPad gestures Pinching/Zooming Rotating Inserting or removing the battery MaintenanceRemoving the hard drive Replacing or upgrading the hard drivePage Installing a hard drive Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Page Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Cleaning the displayUpdating programs and drivers Routine care Recovery discs Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using Windows Backup and Restore Recovering using the recovery discsBacking up your information When to create restore points Using system restore pointsContacting customer support Customer supportLabels Service tag Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Jacks IndexHdmi USB