Gateway M465, Reference Manual

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Adding or replacing memory modules
75
Adding or replacing memory
modules
Important
Use only memory
modules designed for
your Gateway
notebook.
Tools
Required
You need a small
Phillips screwdriver to
replace memory
modules.
Your notebook uses memory modules called
SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory
Modules). The modules are available in various
capacities and any module can be placed in any
slot.
To add or replace memory modules:
1
Follow the guidelines under “Preventing
static electricity discharge” on page 74 .
2
Turn off your notebook.
3
Disconnect from the optional port
replicator.
4
Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable,
and network cable if they are connected to
the notebook.
5
Disconnect all peripheral devices
connected to the notebook and remove
any PC cards.
6
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is
facing up, then remove the main battery
and optional secondary battery. For more
information, see
“Changing batteries” on
page 51 .
Memory bay