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System Expansion

6-1. Opening the computer case

Always consult with your service representatives before opening the computer

case.

Follow the guidelines below when opening the case.

Opening and closing the computer case

ã Quit all running programs.

ã Turn off the computer and monitor, and unplug and remove the power cords.

ã Keep magnetic objects such as screw driver away from the parts inside the com-

puter.

ã Open the computer case in a safe, clean area.

ã The static electricity can damage the parts inside the computer. Touch a bare,

unpainted metal part of the computer for 2~3 seconds to remove the static elec-

tricity before opening the computer case.

ãAlways wear gloves to avoid injury when disassembling the computer.

Make sure that there is no metallic object left inside the computer before closing the case.

There is the risk of electric shock or fire.

6. System Expansion

Remove 3 screws from the cover and

then push the cover as the direction of

the arrow.

Push the cover in the direction of

arrow as it aligns the groove of com-

puter cover with body shown on the

picture and fasten 3 screws.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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6. System Expansion 6-1. Opening the computer case Always consult with your service representatives before opening the computer case. Follow the guidelines below when opening the case. ã Quit all running programs. ã Turn off the computer and monitor, and unplug and remove the power cords. ã Keep magnetic objects such as screw driver away from the parts inside the computer. ã Open the computer case in a safe, clean area. ã The static electricity can damage the parts inside the computer.
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6-2. Main board The main board determines the model name of your computer. Check the model name on a label located at the rear of your computer before system expansion. ℘ PCI slot ℛ Memory socket (DIMM) ℙ AGP slot ℜ Floppy disk connector ℚ CPU socket ℝ Hard disk/CD-ROM connector ℘ ℙ ℚ ℛ ℝ ℜ Note ã The main board in your computer may look different from the picture.
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6-3. Connectors The peripheral devices are connected to the main board through the connectors shown below. (The main board in your computer may look different from the picture below) ℜ ℟ ℞ ℝ ℠ ℘ ℚ ℡ ℙ ℛ ã Before removing the connector, check the status of connection and make a note. ã Aline the groove to the right direction when connecting floppy disk drive connector, hard disk/CD-ROM connector. ã Match the pin number with the color of cable. There is a risk of disfunction to the computer.
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℘ Power switch, power/ hard disk activity LED connector (JFP1) connects power switch and hard disk activity LED . ℙ Power connector (CONN1: 20 pins) connects to the power. ATX1 JFP1 ℚ Hard disk/CD-ROM drive connectors (IDE1, IDE2: 40 pins) IDE1 IDE2 IDE connector connects hard disk and CD-ROM drive. If only one hard disk is connected, it should be connected to IDE1 hard disk connector. ℜ Power connector(JPW1: 4 pins) ℛ Floppy disk drive connector(FDD1: 34 pins) connects to the floppy disk drive.
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6-4 Replacing the CPU The shape and replacement method of the CPU fan may be different depending on the model. ⓞ Clamps on both sides of the CPU fasten the fan tightly to the CPU socket. raise the handle℘, release the clamps, and then spread them outwardℙ. ℘ Align the groove to the right position, pins can easily be broken. ⓟ After releasing the clamps, lift and remove the CPU fan from the socket. ⓠ Raise the handle on the CPU socket to unlock the CPU.
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ⓡ Lift the CPU straight up. Be careful not to damage the pins at the bottom of the CPU. ⓢ Align the identifying marks at the corners of the new CPU and socket, and carefully install the CPU in the socket. Lower the handle to lock the CPU in place. ⓣ Lower the handle as shown picture℘ and lock the clamps as shown picture ℙ. ℘ ℙ In a specific system, clamps are not fully open. Raise the CPU fan from the fully opened space. To assemble it, install from the opposite side.
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Replacing CPU ⓞ While pressing the both sides of the clamps as ℘, raise the fan to the direction of ℙ to release the clamps. ℘ ℙ ℘ ℙ ⓟ After releasing the clams, raise the CPU fan to remove. ⓠ Release the CPU socket as the direction of arrow.
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ⓡ Raise the CPU as the direction of arrrow. ⓢ Align the identifying marks at the corners of the new CPU and socket, and carefully install the CPU in the socket. Lower the handle to lock the CPU in place. ⓣ Push the both side of clamps after align the grooves to the clamps. Please gentely push the clamps not to make it broken.
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6-5. Increasing the memory If you run out of memory while using the computer, you may want to increase the amount of memory in your computer. About memory Your computer uses DDR(Double Data Rate) SDRAM DIMM(Dual In-Line Memory Module) with 184 pins. Your computer supports Unbuffered DDR SDRAM DIMM of 256MB up to 512MB in size in each socket, and 2GB total. Note ã Windows 95, 98SE, ME supports memory up to 512MB total.
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ã Your computer supports PC2700/3200 DDR memory. ã Use Unbuffered DDR SDRAM DIMM only to increase the memory. ã Dual channel mode operates when each identical memory is installed in the same color of DIMM slot. FSB Frequency Supported memory type 533/800MHz PC2700/3200-DDR SDRAM 333/400MHz Purchasing a memory Check the type of memory installed in your computer and refer to the memory configuration chart before purchasing a memory.
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Replacing the memory The main board configuration, memory socket, and the shape of memory may be different depending on the model. Note ⓞ Remove the screws on the real of the computer, and open the com puter case. ã Before opening the case, turn off the computer and peripheral devices, and remove the power cords. ⓟ Pull the latch on each side of a memory socket to release the memory. Latch Installing a memory ⓞ Pull the latch on each side of a memory socket.
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Checking the size of the installed memory The computer automatically recognizes the newly installed memory; therefore, you do not need to change the system setup. Follow the instruction below to check the size of the installed memory. ⓞ Connect the power cord and other devices, and turn on the computer and monitor. The following screen appears to inspect the status of the computer. ⓟ If the following screen appears, press [Esc]. POST screen appears.