The RAM Expansion Slot

The iBook computer has one RAM expansion slot. To get access to the RAM expansion slot, the user must open up the computer by performing the following operations.

IMPORTANT

The user should be reminded to observe the usual precautions to avoid damage to the electronic components due to static electricity.

Unplug the AC adapter from the computer.
Remove the battery from the computer.
Unlock the keyboard by turning the slotted screw that is part of the Num Lock LED, which is between the F4 and F5 function keys. Turning the screw 180° locks or unlocks the keyboard.

Note

The locking screw may already be in the unlocked position.

Release the two latches located at the top of the keyboard. One latch is between the ESC key and the F1 key; the other is between the F8 and F9 keys. The user can release the latches by sliding them toward the front of the computer.

Lift the keyboard up and turn it over, without disconnecting the keyboard's membrane cable.

Remove the wireless LAN module, if present, by unlatching the formed wire holder on the module, then pulling the flex tab to remove the module. The antenna cable should remain attached to the module.

Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws that secure the perforated metal RAM door. The screws are to the right of the wireless LAN module.

Slide the perforated metal RAM door toward the rear of the computer, then lift it up and out of the computer.

Once the RAM expansion module has been installed in the slot, the user must close up the computer by performing these steps in reverse order.