HP Pavilion g7-2100 HP Pavilion g4 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 45

CAUTION, Remove the memory module

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Description 4 GB (DDR3-1600 MHz, PC3-12800) 2 GB (DDR3-1600 MHz, PC3-12800) Spare part number 641369-001 652972-001 Before removing a memory module, follow these steps: CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system, shut down the computer before adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation. 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 30). 5. Remove the service door (see Service door on page 31). To add or replace a memory module: 1. Spread the retention clips (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module. (The memory module tilts up.) 2. Remove the memory module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the memory module. CAUTION: To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe container. 3. Align the notched edge (1) of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot. Component replacement procedures 37

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Description
Spare part number
4 GB (DDR3-1600 MHz, PC3-12800)
641369-001
2 GB (DDR3-1600 MHz, PC3-12800)
652972-001
Before removing a memory module, follow these steps:
CAUTION:
To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system, shut down the computer before
adding or replacing memory modules. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on, in
the Sleep state, or in Hibernation.
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Battery
on page
30
).
5.
Remove the service door (see
Service door
on page
31
).
To add or replace a memory module:
1.
Spread the retention clips
(1)
on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory
module. (The memory module tilts up.)
2.
Remove the memory module
(2)
by pulling it away from the slot at an angle.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges
only. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
CAUTION:
To protect a memory module after removal, place it in an electrostatic-safe
container.
3.
Align the notched edge
(1)
of the memory module with the tab in the memory module slot.
Component replacement procedures
37