Toshiba Portege R30-A1310 Windows 8.1 User's Guide for Portég&#23 - Page 48

48 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) Adding memory (optional) HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit accessories.toshiba.com. Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today's popular applications. You may want to increase the computer's memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data. NOTE Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See "Setting up your software" on page 44. Depending on the model, your computer may have two or four memory module slots. If there are four slots, two of them are located under the keyboard and should only be accessed by a Toshiba-authorized service provider. Accessible memory slots are located on the underside of the computer. To access them, follow the steps in "Installing a memory module" on page 48or "Removing a memory module" on page 54. NOTE For the detailed specifications for your computer, visit support.toshiba.com. Installing a memory module Memory modules can be installed in the memory module slots on the underside of the computer. You will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this procedure. If the computer has been running recently, the memory module(s) may be hot. The surrounding area may also be hot. Allow the module(s) to cool to room temperature before replacing it. Avoid touching the cover, the module(s), and the surrounding area before they have cooled. Failure to follow these directions could result in minor bodily injury.