Toshiba SATELLITE P500 User Manual

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Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer 
using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module 
while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.

For this model, Slot A is the bottom slot. Slot B is the top slot. If only 
one memory module is to be installed, it must be installed in Slot A. 

If the computer is on, begin at step 

1

; otherwise, skip to step 

.

Click Start.

Click the Shut down button in the lower-right corner of the 
Start menu.

The computer closes all open programs, shuts down the 
operating system, and then turns off.

Unplug and remove any cables connected to the computer, 
including the AC adaptor.

Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down.

Remove the main battery. For information on removing the 
main battery, see 

Shut down button

Start button