Specifications

ReadyBoard 700 QuickStart Guide 13
Chapter 2 Installing ReadyBoard 700 Options
The procedures in the first part of this chapter describe how to install or remove the ReadyBoard 700
SBC (Single Board Computer) options onto or from the board, including the SODIMM and the
CompactFlash card. Brief instructions for accessing and using the ReadyBoard 700 Doc & SW
(Documentation and Software) CD-ROM and a brief description for loading supported Operating
Systems is also provided at the end of this chapter.
Memory Installation
The ReadyBoard 700 uses a single SODIMM socket available on the underside of the board. The
ReadyBoard 700 supports PC 133 (133MHz, 7.5ns) or PC 100 (100MHz, 10ns), 3.3V, 144-pin,
SDRAM SODIMM.
NOTE Ampro recommends using only PC 133 (133MHz), 3.3V, 7.5ns,
144-pin, SDRAM SODIMM, but PC 100 (100MHz, 10ns) will
function. PC 133 provides the best performance for the 650MHz
Celeron and 933MHz Pentium processors.
Tools Required
Use an anti-static service kit (or the equivalent) to remove or install the SODIMM. An anti-static
service kit should include a static-dissipating work surface, a chassis clip lead, and a wrist or ankle strap.
Installation Guidelines
• When handling a SODIMM, observe anti-static discharge precautions to avoid damage.
• The ReadyBoard 700 uses PC 133 (133MHz) or PC 100 (100MHz), SDRAM SODIMMs, which
are electrically different from EDO SODIMMs.
• The following SODIMMs sizes are available from Ampro: 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, or
512MB.
• The ReadyBoard 700 supports up to 512MB of memory in the SODIMM socket.
Removing the SODIMM
Use this procedure to remove the SODIMM from the SODIMM socket on the ReadyBoard 700.
1. If the ReadyBoard 700 is already connected to power and operating, power down the system.
CAUTION To prevent damage to the ReadyBoard 700 and the SODIMM, ensure the
power switch on the ATX power supply is turned off and the power cord
has been removed from the power source. The typical ATX power supply
will continue to provide standby current to the board until the power cord
is disconnected.
2. Disconnect the ATX power supply’s power cord from the power source.
3. Disconnect any cables that would prevent you from turning the ReadyBoard 700 over exposing
the bottom of the board.
4. Turn the ReadyBoard 700 over to access the bottom of the board and lay it on a flat anti-static
surface. See Figures 2-1 and 2-2.