User's Manual Chapter 6

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Installing Memory
This notebook has a memory compartment, which contains two sockets for
industry standard SODIMMS (small outline dual in-line memory modules).
These modules are readily available from numerous third-party manufacturers.
The memory compartment is located in the base of the notebook. Install extra
memory as follows:
1. Before you begin, turn off your computer, disconnect the AC adapter, and
remove the internal battery.
2. Take precautions to prevent static electricity causing damage to your
memory card as follows:
• If you can, wear a grounding wrist strap that’s connected to a safely
grounded connection during the installation.
• Discharge any accumulated static electricity by touching the metal
case of a safely grounded device before beginning the installation.
• Leave all electronic components inside their static-proof packaging
until they are required for the installation.
• Handle all circuit boards and electronic components carefully. Hold
boards by the edges only. Do not flex or stress circuit boards.
3. Locate the memory compartment cover and remove the locking screw.
Figure 6-5: Removing the Memory Compartment Cover
4. Inside the memory compartment, you will see two sockets for the
SODIMMs. In some configurations of this notebook, a 32 or 64 MB
module will occupy one of the sockets. You can install the second socket
with another SODIMM. You can install any size of SODIMM from 8 MB
up to 128 MB in any of the free sockets.