Toshiba Portege S100 PPS10C-LS101E Users Manual Canada; English - Page 148

Optional Devices ■ Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA. ■ Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions. You can damage the computer and the module. Also, data will be lost. a.The computer is turned on. b.The computer was shut down using the Stand by mode or hibernation mode. c.Wake-up on LAN is enabled. ■ Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer. It could cause malfunction or electric shock. ■ Expansion memory is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since human body has slight static electricity, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before installing an expansion memory module. To discharge your body's static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands. Some memory modules can be physically installed but are not compatible with the computer. In this case, the computer will issue a warning. When you turn on the power, a series of short beeps will sound in the pattern of one, three, three, one. Shut down the power and remove the incompatible module. Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten screws. Use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads. Installing memory module Follow the steps below to install a memory module. 1. Set the computer to boot mode and turn the computer's power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off. Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3, Getting Started. 2. Remove AC adaptor and all cables connected to the computer. 3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack. Refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, for details. 4. Loose a screw securing the memory module cover. The screw is attached to the cover to prevent it from being lost. 8-6 User's Manual