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Disassembly
Removing the Primary System Memory (RAM)
Figure 10
The computer has four memory sockets for 204 pin Small Outline Dual In-line (SO-DIMM) DDR 3L type memory modules
RAM Module
(see
"Memory" on page 1 - 2
Removal
computer.
a. Remove the screws.
b. Slide the bottom cover
Note that four SO-DIMMs are only supported by Quad-Core CPUs; Dual-Core CPUs support two SO-DIMMs maxi-
until the cover and case
mum (see
indicators are aligned.
Two primary memory sockets are located under component bay cover (the bottom case cover), and two secondary
memory sockets are located under the keyboard (not user upgradable). If you are installing only two RAM modules
then they should be installed in the primary memory sockets under the component bay cover.
Note that the RAM located under the keyboard is not user upgradable.
Memory Upgrade Process
1. Turn off the computer, and turn it over, remove the battery
2. Remove screws
3. Slide the bottom cover in the direction of the arrow
10b
a.
• 6 Screws
2 - 14 Removing the Primary System Memory (RAM)
). The total memory size is automatically detected by the POST routine once you turn on your
"Memory" on page 1 - 2
for full details).
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at the bottom of the computer
1
4
)
.
2
1
3
(page 2 -
5).
)
(Figure 10a
.
until the cover & case indicators
5
b.
4
6
are aligned
(Figure
6
5
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