AST RESEARCH, INC. INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN # 0030 01/07/97
TITLE: Installing Memory into an Ascentia P
SUMMARY
When adding memory to an Ascentia P system, the memory module
must be properly installed. Improper installation may result in
intermittent memory failures or the memory may not be recognized
by the unit.
This issue affects all Ascentia P mobile systems.
NOTES
The Main Logic Board (MLB) connector has six holes for locking,
three on each side. The memory module connector has six locking
hooks, three on each side. The intermittent memory failure occurs
when the memory appears to be seated, but is not locked
correctly. If the connector is not locked correctly, this allows
for the movement of the memory module and intermittent memory
failures.
Use the following procedure when installing memory into an
Ascentia P:
1. Position the unit with the memory compartments away
from you. Refer to figure 1.
2. Place the memory module on the MLB connector in BANK 0
(the right side connector).
3. Insert the right side first by pressing down on the
right side enough to make the left side rise
approximately 1/4 inch.
4. Insert the left side while holding down the right side
by pressing firmly on the left side of the module
until you hear a click.
Figure 1. Position of the whole unit from the bottom.
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