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Add/Increase
Notebook Memory Improve
the performance of your computer without
voiding the original warranty. Everex
makes it easy and affordable to upgrade
and install your computer memory with
Everex approved memory modules.
Instructions applicable to models
NC1500, NC1501, NC1502, NC1503, NC1510,
NC1610, VA2000, VA2001, VA4100, VA4101,
VA4103 and VA4300.
STEP
1 Turn
off your Everex notebook, unplug
from its power source and place
it upside-down on a clean, stable
surface.
CAUTION:
USE OF UNAUTHORIZED MEMORY MODULES
MAY CAUSE INCOMPATIBILITY ISSUES
WITH YOUR EVEREX NOTEBOOK AND
CAN RESULT IN PERMANENT DAMAGE
TO THE MEMORY MODULE AND/OR COMPUTER.
THE EVEREX STANDARD WARRANTY DOES
NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY INSTALLATION
OF UNAUTHORIZED PARTS.
If you need assistance or have
questions regarding installation,
contact Everex Technical Support
at 866-850-8835.
STEP
2 Remove
the battery by first releasing
the latch #1.
STEP
3 While
holding latch #2 in the unlocked
position, remove the battery by
gently pulling it away from the
notebook chassis.
STEP
4 With
a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove
the 7 screws on the compartment
door (2
Long, 1 Medium-Length, 4 short).
Place the screws in a safe location
for later use.
STEP
5 Depending
on the specific model, the centrally
located screw may be hidden under
the support label. Slowly peel
the label to expose the screw
and remove.
Hint - The screw placed in the
center location may loosen but
not fully disengage from its socket.
STEP
6 Place
the tip of a 3/32 Slotted screwdriver
into the recessed section of the
compartment door.
Hint - To protect the finish of
your notebook, a small piece of
masking tape may be placed between
the screwdriver and chassis.
STEP
7 Twist
the screwdriver 90 degrees.
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PRY
OPEN THE COMPARTMENT DOOR WITH
EXCESSIVE FORCE.
STEP
8 With
the screwdriver in place, grab
the edge of the compartment door
with your fingertips.
STEP
9 While
holding the compartment door slightly
open with one hand, remove the
screwdriver. Use both hands to
slowly pull the inside edge away
from the chassis.
STEP
10 Once
the door is tilted to a 45 degree
angle, stop. Do not pull
the compartment door completely
backwards.
Hint: Use caution while removing
the compartment door to prevent
breakage of the supporting tabs.
STEP
11 Remove
the door by lifting it outwards
at a 45 degree angle.
CAUTION:
DO NOT TOUCH THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS
OF YOUR COMPUTER WITHOUT PROPER
GROUNDING. ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE CAN CAUSE PERMANENT
DAMAGE. Learn more about
Static
Electricity and Grounding.
STEP
12 With
the compartment door removed,
the memory module sockets (1 open)
will be visible.
STEP
13 Locate
the metal retaining clips on both
sides of the memory. Push outward
using your fingers (do not use
tools).
STEP
14 The
factory installed memory module
will automatically swing upward
when properly released.
STEP
15 Remove
the original memory module by
pulling out at a 45 degree angle.
STEP
16 Align
the memory module at a 45 degree
angle toward the bottom memory
slot.
Note: A small cutout on the memory
module edge allows insertion in
only a single orientation. Be
sure to align the cutout with
the open socket.
STEP
17 Insert
the memory module into the open
slot.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE
FORCE. If the module does not
insert easily, remove, check for
blockage and proper orientation
before attempting again.
STEP
18 Using
slight pressure, push down on
the memory module until it snaps
into place.
STEP
19 Using
the tips of your finger, push
down the left corner of the memory
module to ensure a proper fit.
STEP
20 Push down the
right corner of the memory module.
STEP
21 The factory installed
memory module should now be located
in the bottom memory slot.
STEP
22 Align
your newly purchased memory at
a 45 degree angle toward the top
(open) memory slot.
Note:
A small cutout on the memory module
edge allows insertion in only
a single orientation. Be sure
to align the cutout with the open
socket.
STEP
23 Insert
the new memory module into the
open slot.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE. If
the module does not insert easily,
remove, check for blockage and
proper orientation before attempting
again.
STEP
24 Again,
using
slight pressure, push down on
the new memory module until it
snaps into place.
STEP
25 Using
the tips of your finger, push
down the left corner of the new
module to ensure a proper connection.
STEP
26 Push
down the right corner of the new
module.
STEP
27 Both (2) memory
modules should now be in place.
STEP
28 Place
the compartment door at a 45 degree
angle.
STEP
29 Using
the support tabs as a guide, insert
the left edge of the door into
the laptop chassis.
STEP
30 Gently push the
compartment door into place. The
compartment door retaining clips
will snap into place.
STEP
31 Insert
the 2 longest screws into the
top corner sockets. The middle-length
screw (if completely removed)
should be returned to the center
socket. Small screws should be
used in all other locations.
CAUTION: Placement of the long
screws into the wrong location
will damage the motherboard of
your notebook.
STEP
32 Hand
tighten all screws.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE
FORCE WHILE TIGHTENING SCREWS.
STEP
33 Replace
the battery, then lock latch #1.
STEP
34 Installation
of the memory is now complete.
Your Everex computer is
designed to automatically detect
and optimize the additional
memory.
If your notebook makes a series
of "beeping" sounds
after being turned on, the memory
module(s) may not be situated
properly. Reopen the compartment
door and ensure the modules
are installed correctly.
For
further information or questions
about installation, contact
Everex Technical Support at
866-850-8835.
