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User’s Manual

8-4

Optional Devices

Memory expansion

You can install additional memory in the computer’s memory module socket

to increase the amount of RAM. This section describes how to install and

remove a memory module.

Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.

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 Standby mode or

Hibernation mode.

c. Wake-up on LAN is enabled.

Some memory modules can be physically installed but are not

compatible with the computer. In this case the computer will issue a

warning. A beep will sound when you turn on the power.

The beep sound rings when a wrong memory is inserted. Refer to

Memory expansion

section in Chapter 9 for details.

Expansion memory is a precision electronic component that may be

fatally damaged by static electricity. Since human body has slight static

electricity, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before

installing an expansion memory module. To discharge your body's

static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands.

Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws.

Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.