Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your notebook comes with high speed Double Data Rate 3 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR3
SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your
notebook, thus improving overall performance. See "yMemory Upgrade Module" on page 78. Under
normal circumstances, it should not be necessary to open this compartment.
Port Replicator Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional Port Replicator to your notebook.
Battery Release Latches
The battery release latches are used to lock and release the battery in the battery bay. See "Lithium ion
Battery" on page 62.
Lithium ion Battery Pack
The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery pack. It can be unlatched for the removal of the
battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged
Lithium ion battery. See "Lithium ion Battery" on page 62.
Dust Filter Cover
The dust filter cover is used to help prevent dust and dirt from entering your system. (See "Cleaning the
dust filter" on page 115).
Air Vents
The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to cool down the components.
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O PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
KEEP ALL AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED
PERIODIC CLEANING
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O NOT OPERATE THE NOTEBOOK IN AREAS WHERE THE AIR VENTS CAN BE OBSTRUCTED
TIGHT ENCLOSURES OR ON SOFT SURFACES LIKE A BED OR CUSHION
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DEPENDING UPON THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE SYSTEM IS USED
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