Maintenance and Service Guide

Reverse this procedure to install the multimedia board.
Memory module
Description Spare part number
4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 691740-001
2-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 691739-001
Memory shield 701817-001
Update BIOS before adding memory modules
Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to the latest BIOS.
CAUTION: Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to installing new memory may
result in various system problems.
To update BIOS:
1. Navigate to
www.hp.com.
2.
Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software.
3.
In the Enter a product name/number box, type the computer model information, and then
click Search.
4. Click the link for the computer model.
5. Select the operating system, and then click Next.
6. Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link.
7. Click the link for the most recent BIOS.
8. Click the Download button, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Before removing a memory module, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see
Bottom cover on page 33).
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see
Battery on page 35).
Remove the memory module:
1.
Remove the Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw (1) and the Phillips PM2.0×4.5 screw (2) that secure
the memory shield to the top cover.
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