Toshiba A40 Series, User Manual

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PTIONAL
D
EVICES
CAUTIONS: 1. Refer to General Precautions for the attention when
keyboard brace is removed.
2. Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.
3. Do not try to install or remove a memory module under
the following conditions. You can damage the computer
and the module. Also, data will be lost.
a. The computer is turned on.
b. The computer was shut down using the Stand by
mode or Hibernation mode.
NOTES: 1. Place a mat beneath the computer to prevent making a
scratch on the lid when replacing the memory module.
Avoid the mat that generates static electricity.
2. Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and
fasten screws. Use of an incorrect screwdriver can
damage the screw heads.
Installing memory module
To install a memory module, make sure the computer is in boot mode then:
1. Turn the computer off in boot mode. Refer to the Turning off the power
section in Chapter 3, Getting Started .
2. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Chapter
6,
Power and Power-Up Modes .)
4. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right and open the
display panel.
Memory expansion