Compaq Armada E500 Series User Manual

11-2 Upgrading the Computer
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
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Obtaining an Optional Memory Expansion Board
For a list of the memory expansion boards available for the
computer, refer to Compaq Worldwide Telephone Numbers for
the nearest Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service
provider.
IMPORTANT: The computer only supports SDRAM (synchronous
DRAM) memory expansion boards. If you install a different type
of memory expansion board, you will receive the following
message when you restart the computer:
This unit only supports SDRAM.
If you receive this message, turn the computer off and remove the
newly installed memory expansion board.
Inserting a Memory Expansion Board
1. Shut down and turn off the computer. Disconnect any external
cables.
2. Remove the security screw from the bottom of the
computer.
3. Release the keyboard by successively inserting a paper clip or
similar instrument into the four keyboard releases
1
.
4. Lift the keyboard
2
.

Compaq Armada E500 Series Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Pentium III
Chipset	Intel 440BX
Optical Drive	24x CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Networking	10/100 Ethernet
Wireless	Optional 802.11b
RAM	Up to 512 MB
Display	14.1-inch TFT, 1024x768 resolution
Graphics	ATI Rage Mobility with 8 MB
Ports	USB, Parallel, Serial, VGA, PS/2, Infrared
Battery	Lithium-Ion
Operating System	Windows 98, Windows 2000
Storage	6 GB - 12 GB Hard Disk Drive
Battery Life	Approximately 2-3 hours