Memory module problems – Toshiba Satellite 5205 Series User Manual

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If Something Goes Wrong

Resolving a hardware conflict

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4

To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device
type.

5

To view the properties, double-click the device.

The operating system displays the Device Properties
dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They
include:

The General tab, which provides basic information
about the device.

The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to
the monitor, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW,
diskette drive, and other power-using functions.

The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being
used by the device.

A Troubleshooting button is also present.

Click troubleshooting.

A Help and Support window for that device appears.

For more information about Device Manager, refer to
Windows

®

XP online help.

Memory module problems

Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause
errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile
checking for these first:

1

Turn off your computer according to the instructions in

“Turn Off or Shut down command” on page 111

.

2

Remove the memory module, following the instructions
in

“Removing a memory module” on page 52

.

3

Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions
in

“Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 49

,

and making sure it is seated properly.

4

Check for the error again.

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