Acer Aspire 1680 Aspire 1410/1680 User Guide - Page 50

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English 42 2 Customizing my computer Upgrade options Your computer delivers superior power and performance. However, some users and the applications they use may demand more. This computer allows you to upgrade key components when you need increased performance. Note: Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a key component upgrade. Memory upgrade Memory is expandable to 2 GB, employing DDR 266/333 256MB/512MB/ 1GB SDRAM modules. The computer supports shadow RAM. There are two memory slots on your computer, one of which is occupied by standard memory. You can upgrade memory by installing a memory module into the available slot, or replacing the standard memory with a higher-capacity memory module. Installing memory Follow these steps to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its base. 2 Remove the screw from the memory cover (1), then lift up and remove the memory cover (2).

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2 Customizing my computer
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English
Upgrade options
Your computer delivers superior power and performance. However,
some users and the applications they use may demand more. This com-
puter allows you to upgrade key components when you need
increased performance.
Note:
Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to perform a
key component upgrade.
Memory upgrade
Memory is expandable to 2 GB, employing DDR 266/333 256MB/512MB/
1GB SDRAM modules. The computer supports shadow RAM.
There are two memory slots on your computer, one of which is occu-
pied by standard memory. You can upgrade memory by installing a
memory module into the available slot, or replacing the standard
memory with a higher-capacity memory module.
Installing memory
Follow these steps to install memory:
1
Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and
remove the battery pack. Then turn the computer over to access its
base.
2
Remove the screw from the memory cover
(1)
, then lift up and
remove the memory cover
(2)
.