TabletKiosk Sahara NetSlate a230T - Manual (Page 73)

58 Chapter 06: Upgrading Your Sahara NetSlate
4. Handle all components with care. Do not touch the compo-
nents or contacts on the cards or on the underside of the
drives. Always hold such components by the edges or sides.
5. All electronic components inside a computer are sensitive
to electrostatic discharges. It is therefore important that
you properly ground yourself before attempting any of the
following procedures either by using a wrist grounding strap
or by periodically touching an exposed, unpainted metal
surface.
6. You should only attempt upgrades and/or component
replacements on a solid, clean, flat surface.
CAUTION: Damage resulting from the servicing of your computer that
is not authorized by TabletKiosk is not covered by your computer’s
standard or optional extended warranty.
Upgrading Memory (RAM)
You can increase your tablet’s memory by installing a RAM
(Random Access Memory) module on the computer’s system
board. Typically, the more RAM your computer has, the better it
will perform, especially when running multiple tasks or applica-
tions simultaneously.
Your Sahara NetSlate can accommodate two RAM modules.
The primary module is factory installed on the motherboard
underneath the display screen and cannot be upgraded by the
user without voiding your computer’s warranty. If you would
like to upgrade this module, contact your dealer for instructions
on sending your system in for service. The secondary module is
located in the RAM compartment that is accessible on the back
panel of the computer.
Refer to the following instructions and illustrations for informa-
tion on how to upgrade your computer’s secondary memory
module. Be sure to follow the procedures in the previous section,
Before you Begin ANY Upgrade Procedure.