System Upgrade - Gigabyte W431U User Manual

3.4 System Upgrade

W431U notebook computer comes with either 256MB or 512MB of
high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDRII SDRAM) factory
installed. To increase your notebook's memory capacity, you may
install an additional memory upgrade module. The memory upgrade
must be a dual-in-line DDRII SDRAM module.
Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade module com-
partment except for the ones specifically shown in the directions
here.
►Memory Upgrade◄
To install a memory upgrade module follow these steps:
You must turn off the power before installing the memory upgrade
module.
1. Make sure the system is powered off, the battery also is removed
and that no peripheral devices are attached.
2. Turn your notebook computer upside-down on a clean work sur-
face and locate the screw that secures the DIMM door at the
underside of your notebook computer.
3. Remove the screw and open the DIMM cover by your finger.
4. Remove the screws holding the memory/HDD compartment cov-
er. The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged by
electrostatic discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly ground-
ed when handling and installing the module.
5. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip
side up, with the connector slot in the compartment.
6. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45°C angle and press it
firmly onto the connector.
7. Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment
until it locks underneath the retaining clip. You will hear a click
when it is properly in place.
8. Replace the cover and screw that were removed previously. In-
stallation of the new memory module is now complete.
The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove
from your notebook PC. Once it is installed, you should leave it in
place unless you want to increase system memory capacity.
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