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... can replace memory in either the upper or lower RAM slot. Replacing memory in your computer requires up on your computer. You experience an electrostatic discharge (ESD) when you walk around. To avoid ESD damage, read and follow these instructions could result in the lower RAM slot). • Remove the RAM you are replacing. • Install the replacement RAM. • Replace the processor module...
... can replace memory in either the upper or lower RAM slot. Replacing memory in your computer requires up on your computer. You experience an electrostatic discharge (ESD) when you walk around. To avoid ESD damage, read and follow these instructions could result in the lower RAM slot). • Remove the RAM you are replacing. • Install the replacement RAM. • Replace the processor module...
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... the processor module is another RAM slot you can use to add additional memory to a 2-inch SDRAM card that meets the following specifications: • small outline-dual Inline memory module (SO-DIMM) format • 16, 32, 64, 128, or 256 MB • 144-pin • PC-100 Type RAM SDRAM from earlier PowerBook models cannot be used. To install RAM in a RAM slot on...
... the processor module is another RAM slot you can use to add additional memory to a 2-inch SDRAM card that meets the following specifications: • small outline-dual Inline memory module (SO-DIMM) format • 16, 32, 64, 128, or 256 MB • 144-pin • PC-100 Type RAM SDRAM from earlier PowerBook models cannot be used. To install RAM in a RAM slot on...
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If you have been using your PowerBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components. 1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface. 2 Shut down your computer, remove the battery from the expansion bay, and disconnect the power adapter, modem, and any other cables connected to let the internal components cool down your computer to the computer. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 3 Warning: The internal components of your PowerBook may be hot. Opening the Computer Warning: Always turn off your computer before continuing.
If you have been using your PowerBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components. 1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface. 2 Shut down your computer, remove the battery from the expansion bay, and disconnect the power adapter, modem, and any other cables connected to let the internal components cool down your computer to the computer. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 3 Warning: The internal components of your PowerBook may be hot. Opening the Computer Warning: Always turn off your computer before continuing.
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Your new PowerBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. ® 4 Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F9 keys) until the top portion of the keyboard pops up. 4 - PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) 3 Make sure that the keyboard locking screw is not in the locked position.
Your new PowerBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step. ® 4 Release the keyboard by pulling down on the keyboard release tabs (located to the left of the F1 and F9 keys) until the top portion of the keyboard pops up. 4 - PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) 3 Make sure that the keyboard locking screw is not in the locked position.
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... to release the small tabs that hold the bottom of the keyboard in your body, do not walk around the room until you touch any parts or install any static electricity. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 5 Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching a metal surface before you have completed your...
... to release the small tabs that hold the bottom of the keyboard in your body, do not walk around the room until you touch any parts or install any static electricity. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 5 Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching a metal surface before you have completed your...
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PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) Heat Shield Screws . 9 Lift up the internal heat shield. 10 At this point, • Go to the section "Replacing RAM in the Upper RAM Slot" if you are replacing RAM in the top RAM slot. • Go to the section "Replacing RAM in the Lower RAM Slot" if you are replacing RAM in the bottom RAM slot. 6 - 8 With a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the internal heat shield.
PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) Heat Shield Screws . 9 Lift up the internal heat shield. 10 At this point, • Go to the section "Replacing RAM in the Upper RAM Slot" if you are replacing RAM in the top RAM slot. • Go to the section "Replacing RAM in the Lower RAM Slot" if you are replacing RAM in the bottom RAM slot. 6 - 8 With a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the internal heat shield.
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Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o RAM Expansion Slot PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 7 Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. Then pull the expansion card out of the RAM expansion slot. Replacing RAM in the Upper RAM Slot 1 After opening the computer (removing the keyboard and heat shield), release the existing RAM expansion card at the two snaps so the card pops up.
Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o RAM Expansion Slot PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 7 Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. Then pull the expansion card out of the RAM expansion slot. Replacing RAM in the Upper RAM Slot 1 After opening the computer (removing the keyboard and heat shield), release the existing RAM expansion card at the two snaps so the card pops up.
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Then push the RAM expansion card into place. 2 Hold the replacement RAM expansion card at a time. 3 Gently push the RAM expansion card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into the expansion slot. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o Note: You may feel some resistance. If you are having trouble inserting the card, try pushing one...
Then push the RAM expansion card into place. 2 Hold the replacement RAM expansion card at a time. 3 Gently push the RAM expansion card down until the two snaps on either side of the card lock into the expansion slot. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o Note: You may feel some resistance. If you are having trouble inserting the card, try pushing one...
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Note: The tab for the processor module is the smaller of Processor Module 4 Pull the tabs apart and remove the DIMM from the logic board. Replacing RAM in the Lower RAM Slot 1 After opening the computer (removing the keyboard and heat shield), remove the long screw (shown below)... of the processor module and gently pull up on the tab until the processor module disconnects from the slot. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of the two plastic tabs. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 9 Screw Processor Module Pull Tab 3 Lift the processor module straight out and carefully...
Note: The tab for the processor module is the smaller of Processor Module 4 Pull the tabs apart and remove the DIMM from the logic board. Replacing RAM in the Lower RAM Slot 1 After opening the computer (removing the keyboard and heat shield), remove the long screw (shown below)... of the processor module and gently pull up on the tab until the processor module disconnects from the slot. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of the two plastic tabs. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 9 Screw Processor Module Pull Tab 3 Lift the processor module straight out and carefully...
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Press the tabs into the slots so the edge of the logic board. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 6 Reinsert the processor module. (Make sure the tabs on the side of the module line up with the slots on the metal frame of the processor module is flush against the metal frame.) PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 10 5 Insert the new DIMM. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of Processor Module Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors.
Press the tabs into the slots so the edge of the logic board. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 6 Reinsert the processor module. (Make sure the tabs on the side of the module line up with the slots on the metal frame of the processor module is flush against the metal frame.) PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 10 5 Insert the new DIMM. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of Processor Module Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors.
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... to secure the processor module in the upper slot, remove it before you feel it securely attach to complete the reassembly process. Note: If you have a 2-inch RAM card in place. the card blocks the area you need to push against the processor module until you reinsert the processor module; Then replace the screw. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 11
... to secure the processor module in the upper slot, remove it before you feel it securely attach to complete the reassembly process. Note: If you have a 2-inch RAM card in place. the card blocks the area you need to push against the processor module until you reinsert the processor module; Then replace the screw. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 11
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...1 After replacing RAM in the PowerBook case. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 12 Important: When replacing the internal heat shield, make sure it and then replace the screws. 3 Flip the keyboard over and insert the small tabs at the bottom of the keyboard into the openings in the upper or lower RAM slot, ... CardTab Hard Disk Tab Processor Module Tab 2 Press down on the bottom portion of the heat shield to secure it does not cover the plastic tabs for the processor module should be placed under the heat shield. The plastic tab for the hard disk and optional AirPort Card.
...1 After replacing RAM in the PowerBook case. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 12 Important: When replacing the internal heat shield, make sure it and then replace the screws. 3 Flip the keyboard over and insert the small tabs at the bottom of the keyboard into the openings in the upper or lower RAM slot, ... CardTab Hard Disk Tab Processor Module Tab 2 Press down on the bottom portion of the heat shield to secure it does not cover the plastic tabs for the processor module should be placed under the heat shield. The plastic tab for the hard disk and optional AirPort Card.
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PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 13 Warning: Never turn on the top portion of the keyboard. 5 Let go of the keyboard release tabs to the left of its internal and external parts are in the power adapter. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer unless all of the F1 and F9 keys) and then press down on your computer or cause injury. 4 Pull down on the keyboard release tabs (located to secure the keyboard in place. 6 Replace the PowerBook battery or plug in place and it is closed.
PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 13 Warning: Never turn on the top portion of the keyboard. 5 Let go of the keyboard release tabs to the left of its internal and external parts are in the power adapter. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer unless all of the F1 and F9 keys) and then press down on your computer or cause injury. 4 Pull down on the keyboard release tabs (located to secure the keyboard in place. 6 Replace the PowerBook battery or plug in place and it is closed.
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... PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 14 Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of Apple Computer, Inc., ...Use of the "keyboard" Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for printing or clerical errors. Apple Computer, Inc. 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 http://www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, FireWire, and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple. The Apple logo is not responsible for...
... PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 14 Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of Apple Computer, Inc., ...Use of the "keyboard" Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for printing or clerical errors. Apple Computer, Inc. 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, CA 95014-2084 408-996-1010 http://www.apple.com Apple, the Apple logo, FireWire, and PowerBook are trademarks of Apple. The Apple logo is not responsible for...