88 Adding and Replacing Parts
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9
Reinstall the optical drive. See "Optical Drive" on page 97.
10
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system
configuration information. If prompted, press <F1> to continue.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help
and Support, and then click Computer Information.
Modem
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).
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin
working inside the computer.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 81.
2
Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screws from the modem cover.
3
Place your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift the cover open.
4
Remove the existing modem:
a
Remove the screw securing the modem to the system board, and set it aside.
b
Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the
system board, and disconnect the modem cable.