66 Maintaining and Troubleshooting Your Solo Notebook
Installing Additional Memory
Your notebook supports two 144-pin memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small
Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various
capacities and can be placed in either slot.
1.
Save all work.
2.
Use your operating system’s
Shut Down
procedure to turn your notebook
completely off.
3.
Close the LCD lid. Before opening your system case, read and follow these
precautions to prevent damage from static electricity.
4.
Remove the battery pack, disconnect the AC power, and then turn your
notebook over.
5.
Remove the screw on the memory bay door, then use your fingernail or
flathead screw driver to pop the door off.
To install memory modules
Caution! Preventing Static Electricity Damage
The components inside your system are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also
known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Static electricity can cause irreparable
damage to your system; however, if you follow these preventions and precautions,
you should prevent such damage.
Static Electricity Preventions
♦
WEAR A GROUNDING WRIST STRAP (available at most electronic stores).
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Turn off the system power.
♦
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK.
♦
Remove all external cords and cables.
Static Electricity Precautions
♦
Avoid static-causing surfaces such as plastic and styrofoam in your work area.
♦
Remove the parts from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay
parts on the outside of antistatic bags since only the inside provides antistatic protection.
♦
Always hold cards by their edges and their metal mounting bracket. Avoid touching
components on the cards and the edge connectors that connect to expansion slots.
♦
Never slide cards or other parts over any surface.
Caution!
To help avoid possible damage
to your computer from static
electricity, follow these
procedures every time you
work inside your computer.