Toshiba PRO L450 Laptop User Manual


 
Users Manual 8-3
Optional Devices
Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from
SDHC memory cards.
SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally.
The logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different, so pay careful
attention to the logo when purchasing.
The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximum
capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16G.
Memory media format
New media cards are formatted according to specific standards. If you wish
to reformat a media card, be sure to do so with a device that uses media
cards.
Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card
SD/SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to
specific standards. If you reformat an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure to
reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that
uses the SD/SDHC memory cards, not with the format command provided
within Windows.
You can install additional memory into the computer in order to increase the
amount of system memory that is available. This section describes how to
install and remove optional memory modules.
The SD memory card logo is ( ).
The SDHC memory card logo is ( ).
Card Type Capacities
SD 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB,
512MB, 1GB, 2GB
SDHC 4GB, 8GB, 16GB
You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the
computer's lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are
installing/replacing the memory module. In this instance you should
avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static
electricity.
When installing or removing a memory module, you must ensure that
you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer.
Insert the two memory modules into Slot A and Slot B respectively. The
computer will operate in dual channel mode.
You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual
channel.