Clevo D470W, Service Manual

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Disassembly
Removing the System Memory (RAM) 2 - 7
2.Disassembly
Removing the System Memory (RAM)
The computer has two memory sockets for 200 pin Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) supporting
DDR 200/266 MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 1024MB. The SO-DIMM modules supported are 128Mb,
256Mb, and 512Mb. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your com-
puter.
Memory Upgrade Process
1. Turn off the computer, remove the battery (
page 2 - 5
) and turn it over.
2. Remove screws - ( Figure 3 a ) from the memory socket cover
.
3. Carefully lift up the memory socket cover ( Figure 3 b ) (a fan cable is still attached to the mainboard and you
can disconnect it).
4. If there is a module currently installed which needs to be upgraded/replaced then remove it.
Figure 3
Memory Socket
Cover Removal
a. Remove the screws.
b. Carefully lift the cover off
the computer.
1 8
9
10
10
8
1
5 4
3
6
a.
9
b.
7
2
10
7. Socket Cover
• 6 Screws