Compaq Armada m700 Compaq Armada M700 Series of Personal Computers Maintenance - Page 98

Installing a Memory Expansion Board, Slide it into place until it is seated while tilted

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Installing a Memory Expansion Board All memory expansion boards supported by the computer can be used in either of the two memory expansion slots. The memory expansion boards are also all keyed (notched) to ensure correct positioning. 1. Insert the memory expansion board into an empty memory expansion slot at a 45-degree angle –. Slide it into place until it is seated while tilted (Figure 5-21). 2. Push the memory expansion board down until the plastic retention clips — snap into place. Figure 5-21. Installing a Memory Expansion Board NOTE: If, after installation, a memory expansion board fails to be recognized, remove the board and make sure the memory expansion slot is clean and free of debris. Reinsert the card. Removal and Replacement Procedures 5-23

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Removal and Replacement Procedures
5-23
Installing a Memory Expansion Board
All memory expansion boards supported by the computer can be used in either of the
two memory expansion slots. The memory expansion boards are also all keyed
(notched) to ensure correct positioning.
1. Insert the memory expansion board into an empty memory expansion slot at a
45-degree angle
. Slide it into place until it is seated while tilted (Figure 5-21).
2. Push the memory expansion board down until the plastic retention clips
snap
into place.
Figure 5-21.
Installing a Memory Expansion Board
NOTE:
If, after installation, a memory expansion board fails to be recognized,
remove the board and make sure the memory expansion slot is clean and free of
debris. Reinsert the card.