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System Board Resources

Video Memory DRAM

The system board comes with 512 KB of onboard video memory. Increasing the video memory buffer size to 1 MB with a 40-pin 256 K x 16, 60 ns fast-page DRAM allows the controller to support 132-column text modes and high resolution graphics with 1280 x 1024 x 16 colors. Depending on the environment, the controller displays up to 64,000 colors in some video resolutions.

✏Note

DRAMs from only certain manufacturers have been tested for compatibility with the system. Contact your dealer or sales representative for a list of approved manufacturers and their devices.

Installing the Video Memory DRAM

1.Observe the warnings and cautions on page 3, “Safety Guidelines.”

2.Remove the left side cover as described in Chapter 4, "Working Inside Your System."

3.Remove the 256 K x 16, 60 ns DRAM from its protective package, and align the dot on the DRAM with the beveled end of socket U25 (Figure 6-5) on the system board.

4.Press the DRAM down firmly until it is fully seated in the socket.

5.Replace the left side cover as described in Chapter 4, "Working Inside Your System."

Removing the Video Memory DRAM

1.Observe the warnings and cautions on page 3, “Safety Guidelines.”

2.Remove the left side cover as described in Chapter 4, "Working Inside Your System."

3.Using an IC removal tool, remove the video memory DRAM from socket U7C1 (Figure 6-5) on the system board, place it on a conductive foam pad, and store it in an antistatic protective package.

4.Replace the left side cover as described in Chapter 4, "Working Inside Your System."

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