108 Adding and Replacing Parts
b
Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it
clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
4
Replace the cover.
NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may
damage your computer.
5
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical
outlet.
6
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system
configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
•In the
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP
operating system, right-click the
My Computer
icon on your desktop.
Click
Properties
→
General
.
•In the
Microsoft Windows Vista
™ operating system, click the Windows Vista Start button, , and
right-click
Computer
→
Properties
.
Keyboard
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 101.
2
Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 110).