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    R3000Z Memory slot issues

    Discussion in 'HP' started by curia007, Jun 28, 2004.

  1. curia007

    curia007 Newbie

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    I purchased a Compaq R3000Z with only 512meg RAM. I was hoping to upgrade to 2gig. Once I received my machine, I found out that you have access to one memory slot. The other memory slot is hidden away somewhere in the case. The only way to upgrade to 2 gig is either order 2 gig @ $1300, order 1 gig (1 slot) @ $740, or remove the entire case and find the other slot that is not exposed? What type design is that? I was very disappointed and returned the machine!!!
     
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  2. Quikster

    Quikster Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    um, there are directions all over the place on how to access your second slot.

    zx5000 :: 2.4M :: 512 DDR :: 40gb 4200 RPM HD :: 15.4" :: Radeon 9600 Mobilty M10 :: Aquamark3 22,856
     
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    curia007 Newbie

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    Please enlighten everyone and tell us where you can find information of R3000Z's second slot. Isn't true that yon need to remove the entire case to access the second slot?
     
    curia007, Jun 29, 2004
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    Quikster Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    "Well, the other memory slot is located under the keyboard. To get to it for the ZV5000 series (should be the same as the R3000 Series) there are 3 screws on the underside of the unit at the back, after you have removed those, open the screen and remove the plastic piece above the keyboard where the power button is located. Take the 4 screws off holding the KB in place and flip keyboard towards yourself *** BE CAREFUL, THERE'S A RIBBON UNDER THERE FOR THE KEYBOARD, DON'T RIP IT OFF *** The memory module is located under the keyboard right above the GlidePad. Just reverse the steps to re-install everything.
    Remember...try at your own risk...I'm not responsible for any damages that may occur.

    -Vb-"

    zx5000 :: 2.4M :: 512 DDR :: 40gb 4200 RPM HD :: 15.4" :: Radeon 9600 Mobilty M10 :: Aquamark3 22,856
     
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  5. JeffreyDJ

    JeffreyDJ Notebook Evangelist

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    The Documentation disc that came with your machine tells you how to do it as well, with pretty pictures to boot.

    Searching HP's website tells you as well if you search the support.

    JJ
     
    JeffreyDJ, Jun 29, 2004
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