Optional Devices

Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the PC or keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause PC damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

7.Seat the memory module cover and secure it with one screw.

Be sure that the cover is closed firmly.

Memory module cover

Screw

Seating the memory module cover

8.Install the battery pack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power, for details.

9.Turn your computer over.

10.Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized. Click start, click Control Panel, click Performance and Maintenance and select the System icon. Open System Properties window and click General tab.

Removing a memory module

To remove the memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:

1.Set the computer to boot mode and turn the computer’s power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.

2.Remove AC Adaptor and all cables connected to the computer.

3.Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power, for details.

4.Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover. The screw is attached to the cover to prevent it from being lost.

5.Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.

6.Push the latches to the outside to release the module. A spring will force one end of the module up.

7.Grasp the module by the sides and pull it out.

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