Installing The Memory Module - Toshiba Satellite A40 Series Maintenance Manual

4.9 Memory module

Installing the memory module

To install the memory module, confirm that the computer is in boot mode. Then follow the
steps below and refer to figures 4-14.
1. Insert the memory module into the connector of the computer slantwise (terminal
side first) and press it to connect firmly.
CAUTION: The power must be turned off when you insert the memory module. Inserting
a memory module with the power on might damage the module or the
computer itself.
Do not install a memory module in slot B only. Use slot A prior to slot B.
Otherwise, the computer or the memory may be damaged.
Never press hard or bend the memory module.
2. When the power of the computer is turned on, the computer checks automatically the
memory size. Confirm that the new memory is detected correctly.
3. If the memory is not detected, check that it is connected correctly.
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