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...8226; Replace the processor module (for how to ground and use the strap. If a grounding wrist strap is available at http://www.info.apple.com/installparts Tools Required • Jeweler's flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Static electricity, a normal and natural phenomenon... could result in either the upper or lower RAM slot. To avoid ESD damage, read and follow all instructions. ESD can replace memory in damage to the instructions included for lower RAM replacement only). • Replace the heat shield. • Close the computer. ...
...8226; Replace the processor module (for how to ground and use the strap. If a grounding wrist strap is available at http://www.info.apple.com/installparts Tools Required • Jeweler's flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Static electricity, a normal and natural phenomenon... could result in either the upper or lower RAM slot. To avoid ESD damage, read and follow all instructions. ESD can replace memory in damage to the instructions included for lower RAM replacement only). • Replace the heat shield. • Close the computer. ...
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... processor module can install in your PowerBook 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 ...SDRAM from earlier PowerBook models cannot be used. RAM Specifications The expansion slots on the bottom of the processor module. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) Maximum RAM Configurations The maximum amount of the processor module is 512 MB, using 256 MB DIMMs in the top RAM slot...
... processor module can install in your PowerBook 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 ...SDRAM from earlier PowerBook models cannot be used. RAM Specifications The expansion slots on the bottom of the processor module. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) Maximum RAM Configurations The maximum amount of the processor module is 512 MB, using 256 MB DIMMs in the top RAM slot...
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PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 3 If you have been using your PowerBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down your computer, remove the battery from the expansion bay, and disconnect the power adapter, modem, and any other cables connected to the computer. Warning: The internal components of your computer to let the internal components cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components. 1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface. 2 Shut down your PowerBook may be hot. Opening the Computer Warning: Always turn off your computer before continuing.
PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 3 If you have been using your PowerBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down your computer, remove the battery from the expansion bay, and disconnect the power adapter, modem, and any other cables connected to the computer. Warning: The internal components of your computer to let the internal components cool down before opening it to avoid damaging its internal components. 1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface. 2 Shut down your PowerBook may be hot. Opening the Computer Warning: Always turn off your computer before continuing.
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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. 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 -
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... bottom of the keyboard in place. 6 Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests. 7 Touch a metal surface inside the computer. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 5
... bottom of the keyboard in place. 6 Flip the keyboard over and lay it on the palm rests. 7 Touch a metal surface inside the computer. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 5
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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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Then pull the expansion card out of the RAM expansion slot. Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o RAM Expansion Slot PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 7 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.
Then pull the expansion card out of the RAM expansion slot. Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. Handle the RAM card only by the edges. 30o RAM Expansion Slot PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 7 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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... either side of the card lock into the expansion slot. Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 8 Line up the notch in the card with the small tab in the RAM expansion slot. Then push the RAM expansion card into place...
... either side of the card lock into the expansion slot. Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 8 Line up the notch in the card with the small tab in the RAM expansion slot. Then push the RAM expansion card into place...
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Note: The tab for the processor module is the smaller of the two plastic tabs. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 9 RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of Processor Module 4 Pull the tabs apart and remove the DIMM from the logic board. Screw Processor ...
Note: The tab for the processor module is the smaller of the two plastic tabs. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 9 RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of Processor Module 4 Pull the tabs apart and remove the DIMM from the logic board. Screw Processor ...
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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 Processor Module Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. 5 Insert the new DIMM. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of the logic board. Press the tabs into the slots so the edge of the processor module is flush against the metal frame.) PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 10
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 Processor Module Warning: When removing or installing the RAM card, do not touch its connectors. 5 Insert the new DIMM. RAM Slot Top of Processor Module Bottom of the logic board. Press the tabs into the slots so the edge of the processor module is flush against the metal frame.) PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 10
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... start up. 8 Go to "Closing the Computer" to the connector on the logic board. Note: If you have a 2-inch RAM card in place. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 11 Then replace the screw. the card blocks the area you reinsert the processor module; 7 Press down very firmly against to secure the...
... start up. 8 Go to "Closing the Computer" to the connector on the logic board. Note: If you have a 2-inch RAM card in place. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 11 Then replace the screw. the card blocks the area you reinsert the processor module; 7 Press down very firmly against to secure the...
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... down on the bottom portion of the keyboard into the openings in the upper or lower RAM slot, insert the internal heat shield. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 12 Closing the Computer 1 After replacing RAM in the PowerBook case. The plastic tab for the hard disk and optional AirPort Card.
... down on the bottom portion of the keyboard into the openings in the upper or lower RAM slot, insert the internal heat shield. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory (RAM) - 12 Closing the Computer 1 After replacing RAM in the PowerBook case. The plastic tab for the hard disk and optional AirPort Card.
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4 Pull down on the top portion of the keyboard. 5 Let go 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 keyboard release tabs to the left of the F1 and F9 keys) and then press down on your computer or cause injury. Warning: Never turn 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
4 Pull down on the top portion of the keyboard. 5 Let go 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 keyboard release tabs to the left of the F1 and F9 keys) and then press down on your computer or cause injury. Warning: Never turn 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
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... infringement and unfair competition in the U.S. 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 Computer, Inc., registered in violation of federal...Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for printing or clerical errors. Apple Computer, Inc. © 2000 Apple Computer, Inc. Use of Apple. The Apple logo is not responsible for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may not be copied, in whole or in the U.S. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory...
... infringement and unfair competition in the U.S. 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 Computer, Inc., registered in violation of federal...Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for printing or clerical errors. Apple Computer, Inc. © 2000 Apple Computer, Inc. Use of Apple. The Apple logo is not responsible for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may not be copied, in whole or in the U.S. PowerBook (FireWire) Memory...