Toshiba P200 manual Memory expansion, Memory card care

Optional Devices

■Make sure the memory card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer's power. If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card.

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

■Do not turn off or place the computer into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while data is being transferred to or from the memory card. The system may become unstable or data in the memory card may be lost.

Memory card care

Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data.

1.Do not write to a memory card if the battery power is low. Low power could affect writing accuracy.

2.Do not remove a memory card while read/write is in progress.

3.The memory card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to force the card into the slot.

4.Do not leave a memory card partially inserted in the slot. Press the memory card until you hear it click into place.

5.Do not twist or bend memory cards.

6.Do not expose memory cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid.

7.After using a memory card, return it to its case.

8.Do not touch the metal part or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty.

Memory expansion

You can install additional memory in the computer's memory module socket to increase the amount of RAM. This section describes how to install and remove a memory module.

■Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer with the Shut Down option in the Windows Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.

■Some memory modules can be physically installed but are not compatible with the computer. In this case the computer will issue a warning.

CAUTION: If you want to upgrade system memory, you should only use certified modules. Ask your vendor or check the TOSHIBA web site for a list of approved memory products.

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