Fujitsu P7230 P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 54

Installing A Memory Module, Checking The Memory Capacity

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LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Four INSTALLING A MEMORY MODULE 1. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip side up, with the connector slot in the compartment. (Figure 4-11) Module Clips Figure 4-11. Aligning the memory module Windows Vista: Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> System. The amount of memory is displayed next to "Memory - RAM:" There may be a variation between the actual memory size and what is displayed. This is due to the fact that your system uses a video graphics chip which dynamically allocates system memory to accelerate graphics performance. Up to 224 MB of memory is dynamically shared on an as-needed basis using Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If the module is properly installed and the capacity is still not correctly recognized, see Troubleshooting on page 69. Figure 4-12. Reinstalling the memory cover 2 . Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45o angle and press it firmly onto the connector. (Figure 4-11) 3. Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment until it locks underneath the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place. 4. Replace the memory compartment cover. (Figure 412) The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove from your LifeBook notebook. Once it is installed, you should leave it in place unless you want to increase system memory capacity. CHECKING THE MEMORY CAPACITY Once you have changed the system memory capacity by replacing the installed module with a larger one, be sure to check that your notebook has recognized the change. Windows XP: Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] -> Settings -> Control Panel, then doubleclicking the System icon. Select the General tab and check the amount of memory under "Computer:". 44

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LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section Four
INSTALLING A MEMORY MODULE
1.
Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade
module, chip side up, with the connector slot in the
compartment.
(Figure 4-11)
Figure 4-11. Aligning the memory module
Figure 4-12. Reinstalling the memory cover
2.
Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45
o
angle
and press it firmly onto the connector.
(Figure 4-11)
3.
Press the memory upgrade module down into the
compartment until it locks underneath the retaining
clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place.
4.
Replace the memory compartment cover.
(Figure 4-
12)
CHECKING THE MEMORY CAPACITY
Once you have changed the system memory capacity by
replacing the installed module with a larger one, be sure
to check that your notebook has recognized the change.
Windows XP: Check the memory capacity by clicking
[Start] -> Settings -> Control Panel, then double-
clicking the System icon. Select the General tab and
check the amount of memory under “Computer:”.
Windows Vista: Check the memory capacity by clicking
[Start] -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance ->
System. The amount of memory is displayed next to
“Memory - RAM:”
There may be a variation between the actual memory
size and what is displayed. This is due to the fact that
your system uses a video graphics chip which dynami-
cally allocates system memory to accelerate graphics
performance. Up to 224 MB of memory is dynamically
shared on an as-needed basis using Dynamic Video
Memory Technology (DVMT).
The memory upgrade module is not
something you routinely remove from
your LifeBook notebook. Once it is
installed, you should leave it in place
unless you want to increase system
memory capacity.
Module Clips
If the total memory displayed is incorrect,
check that your memory upgrade module
is properly installed.
(If the module is
properly installed and the capacity is still
not correctly recognized, see Trouble-
shooting on page 69.