Toshiba PORTEGE R830 Maintenance Manual page 311

4.6 Memory module
Installing the Memory module
To install the memory module, confirm that the computer is shut down. Then follow the
steps below and refer to Figure 4-5 and 4-6.
CAUTION: When installing the memory module, make sure the computer is powered off.
Inserting a memory module with the power on might damage the module or
the computer itself.
Never press hard or bend a memory module.
1. Insert the memory module into the connector slantwise and press it down to connect
firmly.
CAUTION: The slot A is reserved for the first memory module. Use the slot B for
expanded memory. If only one module is installed, use the slot A.
After installing the memory module, make sure that the memory module is
secured with the left and right latches.
2. Set the memory cover and secure it with the screws.
3. When the power of the computer is turned on, the computer checks automatically the
memory size. Confirm that the new memory is detected correctly.
4. If the memory is not detected, check if it is connected correctly.
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