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 266/333MHz. The main memory can be expanded up to 2GB. The SO-DIMM modules supported are 128MB,
256MB, 512MB and 1024MB. The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on
your computer.
Memory Upgrade Process
1. Turn
off
the computer, remove the battery (
2. Locate the RAM bay cover
, and remove screws
- (
Figure 6a
)
.
3. Remove the bay cover.
4. Gently pull the two release latches (
&
)
on the sides of the memory socket in the direction indicated by the
arrows (
Figure 6b
).
5. The RAM module(s)
will pop-up
(
Figure 6c
)
, and you can then remove it.
Figure 6
Removing/
Installing a RAM
Module
a. Remove the screws
& cover.
b. Pull the release
latche(s).
c. Remove the mod-
ule(s).
Contact Warning
Be careful not to touch
the metal pins on the
module’s connecting
edge. Even the clean-
est hands have oils
which can attract parti-
cles, and degrade the
module’s perfor-
mance.
1
2
6
1. RAM Bay Cover
9. RAM Module
• 5 Screws
7
8
9
7
8
7
8
2
3
4
5
6
1
9
9
a.
b.
c.
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL
Prestigio Nobile 158W
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