Increasing RAM 11-1
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chapter
11
I
NCREASING
RAM
This chapter tells how to obtain and install an optional memory
expansion board to expand random access memory (RAM).
The computer has 16 megabytes of integrated memory and two
memory expansion slots for additional memory. Some models
have a 16-Megabyte Memory Expansion Board preinstalled in one
of these slots.
You can expand RAM by adding a memory expansion board and
also by replacing a preinstalled memory expansion board. For
example, you can expand RAM to 144 megabytes by installing
two 64-Megabyte Memory Expansion Boards.
To view the amount of existing RAM in the computer, click
StartÆSettingsÆControl PanelÆdouble-click the Compaq
Diagnostics icon.
IMPORTANT:
When RAM is increased, the space on the hard disk
reserved for the Hibernation file is also increased. If you
experience problems with Hibernation after adding a memory
expansion board, verify that your hard disk has enough free space
for the larger Hibernation file. To view the amount of free space
on your hard disk, click StartÆSettingsÆControl Panel
Ædouble-click the Power iconÆHibernation tab. For more
information on the Hibernation file and on using the Hibernation
tab, refer to “Hibernation Tab” in the “Using Power Properties”
section of Chapter 4.
!
WARNING:
The memory compartment is the only user-accessible
internal compartment on the computer. All other areas that require a
tool to access should be opened only by a Compaq authorized
service provider.
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