Compaq nc6120 Hardware and Software Guide - Page 131

Adding and Upgrading Memory Modules - memory upgrade

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Hardware Components Adding and Upgrading Memory Modules The notebook has 2 memory module compartments. The primary memory module compartment is located under the keyboard. The expansion memory module compartment is located on the bottom of the notebook. The memory capacity of the notebook can be upgraded by adding a memory module to the expansion slot or by upgrading the existing memory module in the primary memory slot. Å WARNING: The memory module compartments are the only user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas that require a tool to open should be opened only by a service partner. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all battery packs before installing a memory module. Ä CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Before beginning any procedure, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object. For more information, refer to Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices located in the Help and Support Center at Start > Help and Support > User Guides. Some notebook models may be shipped with a User Guides disc that includes safety and regulatory information. 5-20 Hardware and Software Guide

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Hardware and Software Guide
Hardware Components
Adding and Upgrading Memory
Modules
The notebook has 2 memory module compartments. The primary
memory module compartment is located under the keyboard. The
expansion memory module compartment is located on the bottom
of the notebook.
The memory capacity of the notebook can be upgraded by adding
a memory module to the expansion slot or by upgrading the
existing memory module in the primary memory slot.
Å
WARNING:
The memory module compartments are the only
user-accessible internal compartments on the notebook. All other areas
that require a tool to open should be opened only by a service partner.
Å
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the
equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all battery packs before
installing a memory module.
Ä
CAUTION:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic
components. Before beginning any procedure, ensure that you are
discharged of static electricity by touching a grounded metal object.
For more information, refer to
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental
Notices
located in the Help and Support Center at
Start > Help and
Support > User Guides.
Some notebook models may be shipped
with a
User Guides
disc that includes safety and regulatory information.