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Communication Cards
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6 Connect the antenna cables to the Mini-Card, ensuring that you route the
cables correctly.
7 Replace the keyboard and the hinge cover.
Flash Cache Module
The FCM, or Flash Cache Module, is an internal memory card that helps
improve the performance of your computer. The FCM card is also known as
Intel
®
Turbo Memory and the Intel
®
Flash Cache Logic Chip Mini-card.
NOTE:
This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating
system.
If you ordered an FCM card with your computer, the card is already installed
.
Removing the FCM
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions located in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before
you service the computer.
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2 Remove the hinge cover and keyboard. See "Removing the Hinge Cover"
on page 25 and "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27.
3 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
NOTE:
If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the
computer.
4
Release the FCM by pushing the metal securing tab away from the card
until the card pops up slightly.
5 Slide the FCM at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.