Toshiba Satellite P70-A PSPLPC-01Q007 Users Manual Canada; English - Page 83

Installing a memory module, the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.

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Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that may be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since the human body can carry static electricity, it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules. To discharge your body's static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands. Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads. Installing a memory module To install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below: 1. Click Power in the Settings charm, and then click Shut down while holding down the SHIFT key - ensure that the Power indicator is off. 2. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer. 3. Close the display panel. 4. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to Replacing the battery pack section, if required). 5. Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover in place - please note that the screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost. 6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off. Figure 4-13 Removing the memory module cover 1 2 1. Screw 2. Memory module cover Product appearance depends on the model you purchased. User's Manual 4-36

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Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that
may be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since the human body
can carry static electricity, it is important that you discharge yourself
before touching or installing any additional memory modules. To
discharge your body’s static electricity, simply touch any metal close to
you with bare hands.
Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws -
the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.
Installing a memory module
To install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below:
1.
Click
Power
in the
Settings
charm, and then click
Shut down
while
holding down the
SHIFT
key - ensure that the
Power
indicator is off.
2.
Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to
the computer.
3.
Close the display panel.
4.
Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to
Replacing the battery pack
section, if required).
5.
Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover in place -
please note that the screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent
it from being lost.
6.
Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.
Figure 4-13 Removing the memory module cover
1
2
1. Screw
2. Memory module cover
Product appearance depends on the model you purchased.
User's Manual
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