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7If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each 
end of the memory module until the module tilts upward.
8Pull the memory module out of the slot.
9Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into 
the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted 
in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in 
the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay. 

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10Gently push the module down until it clicks in place.
11Replace the memory bay cover and tighten the cover screws.
12Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
13Reattach the optional port replicator.
14Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, then turn on 
your notebook.
Replacing the hard drive
If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive 
with a higher-capacity drive.
ImportantUse...

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To replace the hard drive:
1Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on 
page 258.
2Turn off your notebook, disconnect the AC adapter and modem and 
network cables.
3Disconnect your notebook from the optional port replicator (see 
“Disconnecting from the port replicator” on page 274).
4Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
5Remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on 
page 171.
6Loosen the...

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7Slide the hard drive away from the connector.
8Lift the end of the hard drive furthest from the connector, then remove 
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9Place the new hard drive in the bay and slide it into the connector.
10Replace the hard drive bay cover and tighten the screw.
11Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
12Reattach the optional port replicator.
13Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, then turn on 
your notebook. 

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Port Replicator
The optional port replicator gives you a convenient way to 
attach external devices such as a monitor, a full-size 
keyboard, or an AC adapter.
Although devices can be attached directly to the ports on 
the notebook, the port replicator lets you make all of those 
connections in one step. The port replicator also gives you 
access to additional ports not found on the notebook.
Read this chapter to learn:
■Where ports and jacks are located
■How to connect and...

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Front
Component Icon Description
Kensington™  lock ring Secure your notebook and port replicator to an object by 
connecting a Kensington cable lock through this ring and 
into the Kensington lock slot on your notebook. For more 
information, see “Securing your port replicator” on 
page 275.
Docking port Connect the notebook to this port.
Warning! Power is passed through this port. This 
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USB  ports Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB 
Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, 
keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.
Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
Serial port Plug a serial device (such as a digital camera) into this 
port.
Ethernet  jack Plug a 10/100/1000 Ethernet network cable into this jack. 
For more information, see “Connecting to a wired 
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(blue plug)This jack is user configurable for one of the following:
■Off (Default)■Stereo in: an external audio input source (such as a 
stereo) can be plugged into this jack so that you can 
record sound on your notebook or play sound through 
the notebook speakers.
■Stereo out: an amplified external audio device (such 
as a stereo) can be plugged into this jack so you can 
play your notebook audio through that...