[NTLK] Installing the internal Emate memory expansion

[Dan]

Thanks Woody, I thought as much after reading that it disables the
internal memory but wanted to double check.  Also thanks for the tip
that it will take a bit to boot up the first time after the install (and
doing another reset after).  I will be sure to do so.

I agree too bad his plans didn't progress.  If I recall correctly he was
planning on expanding both emate and 2x00.  But the 2x00 was more of a
challenge.

-Dan

On 3/31/2011 1:51 AM, Smith Woody wrote:
> Make sure all power is removed including disconnecting the battery,  
> even if you think it's dead.  The installation will erase memory, the  
> same as a brain wipe.  The installation of this module increases the  
> bus speed, don't expect much, and changes the memory pattern between  
> module and logic board.  Should you remove the module and power up the  
> unit without it, again this will result in erasure.
> Expect a few minutes of nerve wracking delay before the reboot chime  
> occurs.  Pressing the reset button after powering up is a good idea.
> 
> Too bad PCB Man's plans to increase internal memory beyond 4m never  
> happened.
> 
> Woody
> 
> 
> On Mar 30, 2011, at 6:45 PM, Dan wrote:
> 
>> I managed to get a internal emate memory expansion.  It has been a  
>> while
>> since I read about these.  I know where it goes and have access to the
>> battery/card compartment already.  But I thought I would double check
>> before I installed this.....I assume I need to do a backup as it will
>> wipe the memory after it is installed?  And to make sure the battery  
>> is
>> disconnected before I install it.
>>
>> Anything else I should know?
>>
>> -Dan
> 
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