Installing Memory Module - Toshiba Portege M300 User Manual

Optional Devices
Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws.
Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.

Installing memory module

Follow the steps below to install a memory module.
1. Set the computer to boot mode and turn the computer's power off.
Make sure the Power indicator is off.
2. Remove AC adaptor and all cables connected to the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. Refer to
Replacing the battery pack
Modes, for details.
4. Loose a screw securing the memory module cover. The screw is
attached to the cover to prevent it from being lost.
5. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.
Memory module cover
6. Fit the memory module's connectors into the socket at about a 45
degree angle and push the module down until latches on either side
snap into place.
Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and
gently insert the module into the slot.
Align the grooves of the memory module with the locking tabs of the
connector and insert the module into the connector firmly. If you find it
difficult to install the memory module, try to adjust the tabs of the connector
with a pen tip or other tools. Make sure to hold the memory module with
your fingers on the side edges (sides with grooves).
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section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up
Figure 8-7 Removing the memory module cover
Figure 8-8 Seating the memory module
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