Replacing Mini-Card
NOTICE:
The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign
the card.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the Mini-card, never place cables under the card.
1 Insert the card connector into the system board connector at a 45-degree angle.
2 Press the other end of the card down into the slot on the system board
until the card clicks into place.
3 Replace the securing screw.
4 Connect the cables to the Mini-Card, ensuring that you route the cables
correctly.
NOTE:
connector, see the documentation that came with your Mini Card.
5 Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
6 Replace the cover and tighten the eight captive screws.
Flash Cache Module
The Flash Cache Module or FCM, is an internal memory card that helps
improve the performance of your computer. The FCM card is also known as
Intel Turbo Memory and the Intel Flash Cache Logic Chip Mini-card.
NOTE:
This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating
system and Intel platform.
If you ordered an FCM with your computer, it is already installed
Removing the FCM
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 133.
2 Turn the computer over and remove the cover on the Mini Card
compartment.
3 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of
the computer.
NOTE:
If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.
For more specific information about which cable to connect to which
Adding and Replacing Parts
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