Toshiba P200 Series User Manual

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User’s Manual

9-6

Optional Devices

Point to note about Memory Module Error

If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer, the

Power indicator will flashes (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the

following ways:

If there is only an error in Slot A: repeatedly flashes orange twice, then

blue.

If there is only an error in Slot B: repeatedly flashes orange, then blue

twice.

If there is an error in Slot A and in Slot B: repeatedly flashes orange

twice, then blue twice.

In all instances you should shut down the computer and remove the

incompatible module(s).

Installing Memory on Bottom Side

Follow these steps to install a memory module:
1. Set the computer to boot mode and turn off the power.

a. The computer is turned on.
b. The computer was shut down using the Stand by mode.
c. Power to the optical disc drive has been turned on by the CD Power

switch.

2. Remove all cables connected to the computer.
3. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery, refer to

Chapter 7,

Power and Power-Up Modes

.

4. Loosen the one screw securing the memory module socket cover.

Insert the two memory modules of the same specifications and capacity

into Slot A (Upper) and Slot B (Bottom) respectively. The computer will

operate in dual channel mode.
You can access the inserted memory modules efficiently in dual channel.

If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules will become

hot. In this case, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before

you replace them.

Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions. You

can damage the computer and the module.

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