Clevo W840SU, Service Manual

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Disassembly
Removing the System Memory (RAM) 2 - 7
2.Disassembly
5. Gently pull the two release latches ( & ) on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the
arrows ( Figure 2b ). The RAM module will pop-up, and you can then remove it
.
6. Pull the latches to release the second module if necessary.
7. Insert a new module holding it at about a 30° angle and fit the connectors firmly into the memory slot.
8. The module will only fit one way as defined by its pin alignment. Make sure the module is seated as far into the slot
as it will go. DO NOT FORCE IT; it should fit without much pressure.
9. Press the module in and down towards the mainboard until the slot levers click into place to secure the module.
10. Reinsert the component bay cover by placing it on the bottom case assembly, and make sure the case markers
line up .
11. Apply downward pressure and sliding the cover in the direction of arrow .
12. Replace the screws and battery (see page 2 - 6 ) .
13. Restart the computer to allow the BIOS to register the new memory configuration as it starts up.
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8
9
10
f.
d.
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e.
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8
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Figure 3
RAM Module
Removal (contd)
d. Pull the release lat-
ches to remove the
module(s).
e. Remove the mod-
ule(s).
f. Reinstall the compo-
nent bay cover.

Contact Warning
Be careful not to touch
the metal pins on the
module’s connecting
edge. Even the cleanest
hands have oils which
can attract particles, and
degrade the module’s
performance.
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8. RAM Module