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Computer module device and method

US6452790B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 5, 2000
Grant dateSep 17, 2002
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Expiry dateSep 23, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F1/181
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for installing memory into a computer module. The method includes providing a used computer module, which comprises a housing to enclose a hard disk drive, a memory module for random access memory devices and a central processing unit coupled to the hard disk drive and coupled to the random access memory. The method also includes removing a top cover from a base of the housing to expose the hard disk drive and the memory module. Thereafter, the hard disk drive is removed from the base of the housing and a second hard disk drive is inserted onto the base. The top cover is reattached to the base of the housing to complete the installation process.

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