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Compaq AMC20493-KT5 manual To remove a RAM expansion module, of the notebook

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		Add-On Devices
		Installing Additional RAM (Memory)

	To remove a RAM expansion module
	You may want to remove a RAM module so you can install a larger one. You’ll need
	a small Phillips screwdriver for these steps.

CAUTION	Your notebook internal components are extremely sensitive to static electricity
	and can be permanently damaged by it. Handle the RAM module only by its
	edges. Before installing the memory module, discharge your body’s static
	electricity by touching the metal shielding around the connectors on the back
	of the notebook.
	1.	Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
	1.	Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off.
	2.	Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.
	3.	Turn the unit bottom-side up, loosen the screws holding the RAM cover, and
		remove the cover.

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Compaq AMC20493-KT5 manual To remove a RAM expansion module, of the notebook, Installing Additional RAM Memory

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Reference Guide Compaq Notebook SeriesReference Guide Second Edition March Part Number cord that meets the requirements of ACA Technical Standard TS008 Important Safety Informationiv Reference Guide Software Product License AgreementOWNERSHIP. Customer agrees that he/she does not have any title or ownership of the software, other than ownership of the physical media. Customer acknowledges and agrees that the software is copyrighted and protected under the copyright laws vi Reference Guide Getting Started with Your Notebook ContentsBasic Operation Modem and Network Connections Batteries and Power ManagementAdd-On Devices Reference Information Troubleshooting and MaintenanceIndex x Reference GuideReference Guide Getting Started with Your NotebookFront panel and right panel components Identifying Parts of the NotebookIdentifying Parts of the Notebook Identifying Parts of the Notebook Getting Started with Your NotebookReference Guide Identifying Parts of the Notebook Left panel and back panel components4 Reference Guide Getting Started with Your NotebookPC Card and CardBus slot and buttons Getting Started with Your NotebookIdentifying Parts of the Notebook Reference GuideBattery latch Bottom panel components6 Reference Guide Reset buttonIdentifying Parts of the Notebook 1 Hard drive 2 Battery latch 3 Mini PCI cover no user parts inside4 RAM memory cover 5 Docking port select models only 6 Reset button Getting Started with Your Notebook2 Hard drive activity 1 Power mode3 Battery status Status lights1 Caps Lock On Caps Lock is active Identifying Parts of the NotebookStep 1 Insert the battery Setting Up Your NotebookSetting Up Your Notebook Setting Up Your Notebook Step 2 Connect AC powerSetting Up Your Notebook Step 3 Connect a phone lineStep 4 Turn on the notebook Step 5 Set up WindowsSetting Up Your Notebook Reference Guide Basic OperationOperating Your Notebook Default power settingsOperating Your Notebook To change the boot device To reset the notebookOperating Your Notebook To use the TouchPad 3 TouchPad on-off button and indicator lightOperating Your Notebook Reference Guide To use the function hot keysBasic Operation Operating Your NotebookTo program a One-Touch button To use the One-Touch buttonsOperating Your Notebook To use the ALT GR key To use the Windows and Applications keysOperating Your Notebook could stop responding and you could lose data Using CDs or DVDsUsing CDs or DVDs To insert or remove a CD or DVDTo create or copy CDs To play DVD moviesUsing CDs or DVDs Securing Your Notebook To set up password protectionSecuring Your Notebook To lock your notebookTo protect against viruses To attach a security cableSecuring Your Notebook To lock the hard drive When you enable the hard drive lock, the current BIOS user passwordyou match the drive password, you can change the notebook and drive password. If you forget the password, you cannot recover your dataTaking Care of Your Notebook Taking Care of Your NotebookTo protect your hard drive To maintain your notebookTaking Care of Your Notebook To safeguard your dataTo clean your notebook To extend the life of the displayReference Guide Batteries and Power Managementinformation that was not saved will be lost Managing Power ConsumptionHow the notebook manages power automatically Managing Power Consumptionunsaved data if the notebook battery runs down completely Changing timeout settings and creating power schemesManaging Power Consumption From the battery status light Using Battery PowerTo check battery status Using Battery PowerUsing Battery Power To respond to a low-battery warningTo recharge the battery To get the most from your batteriesUnplug the AC adapter when the notebook is not in use Using Battery PowerReference Guide Modem and Network ConnectionsUsing the Modem Using the Modemyour telephone line type prior to connecting your phone line Special restrictions in certain countries To change your modem settingsUsing the Modem Connecting to a Local Area Network LAN Connecting to a Local Area Network LANTo prepare for connections Making Wireless Network Connections select models onlyMaking Wireless Network Connections select models only Connecting to an existing wireless networkMaking Wireless Network Connections select models only Creating a New Notebook-to-Notebook Network Ad HocTurning on communication and making a connection To turn wireless communication on and offpurchase a license before using the wireless function the individual wireless functionsMaking Wireless Network Connections select models only Turning off communication and ending a connectionauthorization before turning on your notebook wireless networking Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections select models onlyTo turn Bluetooth communication on and off Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections select models onlyTurning off Bluetooth communication To prepare for Bluetooth connectionsMaking Wireless Bluetooth Connections select models only Making Wireless Bluetooth Connections select models only To send or receive files using BluetoothSharing files with another Bluetooth device FTP Sending Outlook data to another Bluetooth device OPPReference Guide Add-On DevicesTo insert or remove a PC Card Connecting External DevicesConnecting PC Cards Connecting External DevicesConnecting External Devices Removing a PC Cardaudio ports on your notebook To connect an audio deviceaudio recorder of these jacks may damage the notebookConnecting External Devices Connecting an external monitorAdjusting monitor resolution and other settings To use an external monitorTo connect an IEEE 1394 device select models only Using dual display modeConnecting External Devices Transferring files through an infrared connection Using the infrared portTo connect an infrared device select models only Printing to an infrared printerConnecting External Devices To use a port replicator select models onlycorresponding port on the port replicator is ignored To dock to the port replicatorConnecting External Devices Add-On Devices To undock from the port replicator56 Reference Guide Connecting External Devicesback of the notebook Installing Additional RAM MemoryTo install a RAM expansion module Installing Additional RAM Memory5. Replace the cover 6. Insert the battery Installing Additional RAM Memoryof the notebook To remove a RAM expansion moduleInstalling Additional RAM Memory 7. Insert the battery 60 Reference GuideInstalling Additional RAM Memory 5. Pull the board out of the connector 6. Replace the coverTo replace the hard drive Replacing the Hard DriveReplacing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive holderReplacing the Hard Drive To prepare a new hard driveReference Guide Troubleshooting and MaintenanceIf no sound is audible Troubleshooting Your NotebookAudio problems Troubleshooting Your NotebookIf you hear a loud high-pitched whine feedback from the speakers CD-ROM and DVD problemsIf you can’t boot from a CD or DVD If you get a Region Code error when playing a DVD movieIf the notebook is on, but the screen is blank Display problemsIf a DVD movie doesn’t fill the screen If the notebook can’t find Wordpad.exe after inserting a CDIf the hard disk makes a buzzing or whining noise Hard drive problemsHeat problems If the notebook hard drive doesn’t spinIf the pointer is difficult to control Infrared problemsKeyboard and pointing device problems If you have problems with infrared communicationsIf you can’t browse the Network Neighborhood or My Network Places Local area network LAN problemsIf a PS/2 scroll mouse doesn’t work If the built-in network adapter doesn’t connect to the LANIf memory doesn’t increase after adding RAM Memory problemsModem problems If a message says you are out of memoryIf the modem isn’t detected If the modem doesn’t dial or no dial tone is detectedIf the modem dials incorrectly If the modem dials but doesn’t connectIf the modem doesn’t fax If the modem causes an ERROR messageIf the modem dials but you can’t hear it If the modem connects, but transferred data is badIf a network PC card stops communicating properly PC Card PCMCIA problemsPerformance problems If the notebook doesn’t recognize a PC CardIf the notebook keeps beeping Power and battery problemsIf the notebook stops responding If the notebook turns off immediately after it turns onTroubleshooting Your Notebook If the battery does not chargeIf the Time Remaining for the battery is not correct If the notebook has a short operating timeIf a serial or parallel printer doesn’t print Printing problemsIf the notebook doesn’t enter Standby mode as expected If the notebook doesn’t enter Hibernation as expectedIf the serial or parallel port is not working Serial, parallel, and USB problemsIf a serial mouse doesn’t work If a serial modem does not work properlyIf the notebook will not boot from the diskette drive Startup problemsIf the notebook doesn’t respond when you turn it on If the notebook won’t boot from battery powerTroubleshooting Your Notebook Wireless problemsIf you have problems with wireless 802.11 communication If you cannot connect to a particular notebook on the networkTroubleshooting Your Notebook If your notebook cannot detect any Bluetooth devicesIf your notebook cannot detect a certain Bluetooth device If you can connect, but the network is slowTo run the BIOS Setup utility Configuring the NotebookConfiguring the Notebook Setting 84 Reference GuideTroubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the NotebookSetting Boot MenuTroubleshooting and Maintenance Configuring the NotebookConfiguring the Notebook To change video memory settings using BIOS Setup utilityTo replace a damaged QuickRestore System Recovery CD Reinstalling and Updating SoftwareReinstalling and Updating Software Reference Guide Reference InformationModem Reference Information Conexant AT Commands Advanced Users OnlyModem Reference Information Modem Reference ConexantModem Reference Information Conexant AT Commands Advanced Users OnlyCommand Reference InformationReference Information 92 Reference GuideConexant AT Commands Advanced Users Only CommandModem Reference Information Conexant AT Commands Advanced Users OnlyCommand Reference InformationConexant AT Commands Advanced Users Only ECC CommandsFAX Class 94 Reference GuideAT* Commands Voice CommandsConexant AT Commands Advanced Users Only CommandDefault Modem Reference Information S-Registers ConexantSelected Result Codes Conexant 96 Reference GuidePower cords Safety InformationSafety Information Laser safety Battery safetySafety Information Mercury safety LED safetySafety Information Safety Information Exposure to radio frequency radiationConnections to Peripheral Devices Regulatory InformationU.S.A Regulatory InformationRegulatory Information Applicable certification jack USOC = RJ11C. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for detailsDeclaration of Conformity U.S.A CanadaRegulatory Information Regulatory Information European UnionItaly Indoor or outdoor use in a public area requires a user license Regulatory InformationReference Information JapanJapan Telecommunications Approval 106 Reference GuideRegulatory Information New ZealandPTC200 2.11.1 6 & 7 Compliance Testing Functional tests Reference InformationInternational RussiaRegulatory Information Reference Guide SafetyReference Information Regulatory Information110 Reference Guide IndexReference Guide QuickRestore System Recovery112 Reference Guide

To remove a RAM expansion module

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