NOTE: You, the customer, are solely responsible for data security. WinBook strongly recommends that you perform a backup of all personal data contained on your system prior to performing this procedure. Warning: WinBook will NOT be held responsible for any data loss incurred during this process.

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter. Remove the main battery (see Chapter Three for instructions, if needed).

2. Open the LCD panel so that it is fully vertical.

3. Slide the end cap off each end of the LCD hinge. Set the two caps in a safe place. (Figure 7.2)

Figure 7.2: Removing LCD Hinges 

4. The RAM compartment is located under the panel just above the keyboard.

5. Gently slide the panel forward to loosen it.

6. Gently grip the side edges of the panel and angle it up and forward to remove it from the compartment. Set it in a safe place. (Figure 7.3)

Figure 7.3: Removing the RAM compartment panel

7. You will now see the two RAM slots, one or both of which might already have SO-DIMM modules in place. If you will need to remove a module or modules to complete your upgrade, push outward on the edge clips to release the module, angle the card slightly upward and gently slide it from its edge connector slot. Store the card in the anti-static bag that contains your new card(s). (Figure 7.4)

Figure 7.4: Removing the Old Memory Card

8. To install the new memory card, hold the card with its gold edge connector toward the edge connector slot of the compartment. In order to help you orient the card, the edge connector has been made with two unequal-length sections. The longer section is closer to the right side of the machine as you face the bottom of the unit. (Figure 7.5)

Figure 7.5: Inserting the New Memory Card 

9. Holding the card at a shallow angle, insert the edge connector into the slot. When the card is fully inserted, the gold edge connector should not be visible. 

10. Press the card downward until it is flat. You should hear an audible click as the latches of the connector secure the card in place.

11. Once the chips are properly seated, you can replace the cover on this compartment. Line up the cover and insert it at a 45- degree angle (with the far edge down). (Figure 7.3)

12. Push the cover down until it is flat and slide it towards the rear of the computer as far as it can go.

13. Slide the end caps back on.

14. Start your computer. The WinBook  should automatically register the new memory. If the memory size indicated during the POST (Power On Self Test) that appears when you boot does not match your new memory configuration, retrace the steps of the installation to be certain that the SO-DIMM modules are properly installed.

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