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System Memory Expansion, Hard Disk Drive, Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades

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4 Using the Notebook PC System Memory Expansion Optional memory is not required to use this Notebook PC. Additional memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more and more system resources. The Notebook PC comes with either 128MB or 256MB built-in memory. One standard 144-pin SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) socket is available for system memory expansion using a common 3.3 Volt 133MHz SDRAM SO-DIMM module. Currently, SODIMM memory sizes are available in 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, or 512MB for each module. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this Notebook PC to ensure compatibility and reliability. CAUTION! This Notebook PC does not support EDO DRAM. Hard Disk Drive Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and CD-ROM drives. Enhanced IDE drives provide a reliable, fast, and cost-effective mass storage solution in the PC storage industry. The high speed transfer modes supported are UltraATA/100 up to 100MB/ sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16.6MB/sec. The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5" (6.35cm) wide and .374" (.95cm) high UltraATA/100/66 IDE hard disk drive with current capacities up to 30GB. Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect hard disk errors or failures before they happen. Important Handling Note Improper handling during transit may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC carefully and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most sensitive component of the Notebook PC and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged if the Notebook PC is dropped. Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades Visit an authorized service center or retailer for processor upgrades. WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty. 56

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Using the Notebook PC
System Memory Expansion
Optional memory is not required to use this Notebook PC. Additional
memory will increase application performance by decreasing hard disk
access. This is more noticeable on newer software that require more
and more system resources. The Notebook PC comes with either
128MB
or
256MB
built-in memory.
One
standard 144-pin SO-DIMM (Small
Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) socket is available for system
memory expansion using a common
3.3 Volt 133MHz SDRAM SO-DIMM
module. Currently, SO-
DIMM memory sizes are available in 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, or 512MB for each module. The BIOS
automatically detects the amount of memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during
the POST (Power-On-Self-Test) process. There is no hardware or software (including BIOS) setup
required after the memory is installed. Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of
this Notebook PC to ensure compatibility and reliability.
Hard Disk Drive
Hard disk drives have higher capacities and operate at much faster speeds than floppy disk drives and
CD-ROM drives. Enhanced IDE drives provide a reliable, fast, and cost-effective mass storage solution
in the PC storage industry. The high speed transfer modes supported are UltraATA/100 up to 100MB/
sec and PIO mode 4 up to 16.6MB/sec. The Notebook PC comes with a removable 2.5” (6.35cm) wide
and .374” (.95cm) high UltraATA/100/66 IDE hard disk drive with current capacities up to 30GB.
Current IDE hard drives support S.M.A.R.T. (Self Monitoring and Reporting Technology) to detect
hard disk errors or failures before they happen.
Important Handling Note
Improper handling during transit may damage the hard disk drive. Handle the Notebook PC carefully
and keep it away from static electricity and strong vibrations or impact. The hard disk drive is the most
sensitive component of the Notebook PC and will likely be the first or only component that is damaged
if the Notebook PC is dropped.
Processor & Hard Disk Drive Upgrades
Visit an authorized service center or retailer for processor upgrades.
WARNING! End-user removal of the CPU or hard disk drive will void the warranty.
CAUTION! This Notebook PC does not support EDO DRAM.