Removing A Memory Module - Toshiba Satellite A200-0MD00X Resource Manual

Removing a memory module

If you need to remove a memory module:
1 Complete steps 1–8 in "Installing a memory module" on
page 25 to shut down the computer and open the memory
module slot cover.
2 Pull the latches away from the memory module.
The memory module pops up slightly.
3 Gently lift the memory module to a 30-degree angle and slide it
out of the slot.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module
installed for the computer to work.
Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.
You can damage the computer and the memory module.
Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Sleep or
Hibernation mode. The computer could hang up the next time you
turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above
cases, the Sleep configuration will not be saved.
The following screen appears when you turn on the power:
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If "Start Windows
If one of the Safe Mode options is highlighted, it is best to press
Enter to go into Safe Mode, then shut down and restart the system, at
which time Windows
When Safe Mode is suggested, this could be a sign that you may
need to scan your hard drive for errors or defragment the drive. If so,
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consult Windows Help and Support.
If your system has the memory modules stacked on top of one
another, you must remove the top module before removing/installing
the bottom module.
Adding memory (optional)
Normally" is highlighted, then press Enter.
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should boot back up normally.
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