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Removing the compartment cover
A.
Loosen the Cover Screw without removing the screw from the
cover.
B.
Remove the screw(s) from the Notebook PC's compartment cover.
C.
To prevent pulling on and causing damage to the cables
connected, slightly lift the cover to reveal the compartment
without removing the cover completely.
Cover Screw
Notebook PC Upgrade Guide
E15058
Cover Screw
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- Page 1 E15058 Upgrade Guide Removing the compartment cover Loosen the Cover Screw without removing the screw from the cover. Remove the screw(s) from the Notebook PC’s compartment cover. To prevent pulling on and causing damage to the cables connected, slightly lift the cover to reveal the compartment without removing the cover completely.
- Page 2 To reattach the compartment cover: Align and reattach the cover of the compartment. Tighten the Cover Screw. Secure the cover using the screw(s) you removed earlier. Cover Screw Cover Screw Notebook PC Upgrade Guide...
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Page 3: Installing A Ram Module
Installing a RAM module Upgrade the memory capacity of your Notebook PC by installing a RAM (Random Access Memory) module in the memory module compartment. The following steps show you how to install a RAM module into your Notebook PC: WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. - Page 4 Remove the compartment cover. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Removing the compartment cover section in this manual. Align and insert the RAM module into the RAM module slot. Push down the RAM module until it clicks in place. 30°...
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Page 5: Installing The Hard Disk Drive
Installing the Hard Disk Drive Refer to the following steps if you need to install a new HDD (Hard Disk Drive) to your Notebook PC: IMPORTANT! Purchase an HDD from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. - Page 6 Remove the compartment cover. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Removing the compartment cover section in this manual. Disconnect the HDD bay from the HDD cable as shown in the illustration below. Remove the screw(s) securing the HDD bay to the compartment. (Optional) If an HDD is currently installed in your Notebook PC, slightly lift the HDD bay out of the compartment.
- Page 7 (Optional) If an HDD is currently attached to the HDD bay, refer to the following steps on how to remove the old HDD: Remove all the screw(s) on the sides of the HDD bay. Remove the old HDD from the HDD bay then place it on a flat dry surface with its PCB (Printed Circuit Board) facing up, as shown in the illustration below.
- Page 8 Place the new HDD with its PCB (Printed Circuit Board) facing the HDD bay. Ensure that the port connectors of your HDD are not obstructed by any part of the HDD bay. Reattach and secure the HDD with the screw(s) you removed earlier.
- Page 9 Connect the HDD connector to the HDD. Replace the HDD bay back in the compartment, and push the HDD bay until seated. Secure the HDD bay with the screw(s) you removed earlier. Notebook PC Upgrade Guide...
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Page 10: Installing An M.2 Card
Installing an M.2 card Refer to the following steps when installing a compatible M.2 card in your Notebook PC: IMPORTANT! Purchase your M.2 card from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. WARNING! Disconnect all the connected peripherals, any telephone or telecommunication lines and power connector (such as external power supply, battery pack, etc.) before removing the compartment cover. - Page 11 Remove the compartment cover. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Removing the compartment cover section in this manual. Align and insert the M.2 card into its card module slot. Secure the M.2 card in place using the bundled screw(s). Notebook PC Upgrade Guide...
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