NB500/NB505/NB520/NB525/NB550D/NB555D Series

Removing a memory media

The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To remove a memory media, follow the steps as detailed below:

1.Open the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the Windows Taskbar.2.Point to memory media and click the left Touch Pad control button.3.Grasp the media and remove it.

Make sure the Memory Media slot indicator is out before you remove the memory media or turn off the computer’s power. If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the memory media, you may lose data or damage the media.

Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the memory media could be lost.

Additional memory module

You can replace with an additional memory into the computer in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available. This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules.

You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer's lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing/replacing the memory module. In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity.

When installing or removing a memory module, you must ensure that you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer.

Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.

Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions.

a.The computer is turned on.

b.The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode. c.Wake-up on LAN is enabled.

d.The wireless communication function is on. e.Sleep and Charge function is enabled.

Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer. It could cause malfunction or electric shock.

Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since the human body can carry static electricity, it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules. To discharge your body’s static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands.

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