■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer C H A P T E R ▼ F O U R UPGRADING YOUR COMPUTER In this chapter, you will learn how to upgrade the DRAM, hard disk drive, and to install the optional wireless LAN mini PCI card.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the original drive with one of larger capacity can increase the hard drive capacity of your computer. The computer uses a 9.5 mm (height), 2.5-inch Ultra ATA-66 / 100 type hard disk. Be sure to make a backup copy of all your data before attempting this operation. Warning: Hard drive upgrade is a delicate process. Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. 2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. 3. Locate and remove 3 Screw A’s on the System Device Cover. 4. Remove the System Device Cover.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer 5. Locate and remove Screw B. Gently push the metal case toward the direction shown below to remove the HDD module from the HDD connector. 6. 4-4 Locate and remove 4 Screw C’s from the HDD module.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Remove the metal case. 7. Re-attach the metal cover to the new hard drive and tighten 4 Screw C’s. Note the green PC board of the hard disk drive is facing against the metal case. 8. Push the HDD assembly into the HDD bay until the connectors are firmly joined. 9. Re-attach and tighten Screw B. (If the HDD assembly is not fully inserted into the bay, the screw and its hole will not line up.) 10. Replace the System Device Cover and 3 Screw A’s.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Upgrading the System Memory Many applications will generally run faster when the computer’s dynamic memory capacity is increased. The computer provides one DDR memory socket, located underneath the System Device Cover. You can increase the amount of memory by replacing the existing one with a dual inline memory module (commonly known as DIMM) of a higher capacity. The DIMM can be 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, or 1024MB in capacity.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Installing a memory module (DIMM) into the system To install the DIMM, do the following: To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn OFF the computer. Unhook the AC cord and all cables/devices attached to the notebook. 2. Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static electricity. 3. Locate and remove 3 Screw A’s on the System Device Cover. 4. Remove the System Device Cover.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer 5. See the DIMM socket shown above. If you need to remove an old DIMM from the socket, pullout on the latches located on both edges of the socket at the same time. The DIMM should come slightly forward and off the socket. Pull the DIMM module out of the memory socket.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer for the future use. 6. Install the new DIMM module into the memory socket. The DIMM will only fit in one orientation. Insert the DIMM evenly into the empty memory socket. Then press it firmly so that both latches are in a closed position. Note: Some system may come with a two-deck DDR socket.
■ chapter 4 upgrading your computer Note: Notice the notch on the DIMM. The notches should fit nicely with the socket. 7. Replace the System Device Cover and tighten Screw A’s. Congratulations! You have just completed the memory upgrade. When you boot up the computer, you should expect to see the new DRAM capacity. Note: Your computer has been tested with a wide range of DIMM on the market. However, not all memory modules are compatible.
