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Memory module, Lift the front edge of the cover

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Memory module Description 1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) 512-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) Spare part number 462330-001 462329-001 Before removing the memory module, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 34). Remove the memory module: 1. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the memory/WLAN module compartment cover to the computer. 2. Lift the front edge of the cover (2), swing it up and back, and remove the cover. The memory/WLAN module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 462409-001. 3. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.) Component replacement procedures 39

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Memory module
Description
Spare part number
1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2)
462330-001
512-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2)
462329-001
Before removing the memory module, follow these steps:
1
.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2
.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3
.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4
.
Remove the battery (see
Battery
on page
34
).
Remove the memory module:
1
.
Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws
(1)
that secure the memory/WLAN module
compartment cover to the computer.
2
.
Lift the front edge of the cover
(2)
, swing it up and back, and remove the cover. The memory/WLAN
module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 462409-001.
3
.
Spread the retaining tabs
(1)
on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
Component replacement procedures
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