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Configuring and Expanding Your Computer
Installing RAM Modules
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3. Turn the computer over, loosen the screws in the RAM expansion cover (the cover
retains the screws), and remove the cover.
4. Insert the RAM expansion module into the connector at about a 30
°
angle until it’s
fully inserted. Then press down at both sides of the module until it latches.
5. Replace the RAM expansion module door.
6. Insert the battery.
Note
Windows 98 only: if you increase your computer’s memory to more than 512 MB, the
computer will not be able to hibernate unless you also increase the size of the hibernate
partition on the hard disk—see “To recover the factory installation of your hard disk“ on
page 159.
You can also replace the computer’s system RAM module—see “To replace the system
RAM module,” below.
To remove a RAM expansion module
You’ll need a small Phillips screwdriver to complete this procedure.
1. Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down (Windows 98 or 2000) or Start, Turn Off
Computer, Turn Off (Windows XP).
2. Important: unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.