Cannot figure out how to use upgrade modules.

[Blackwater Jack]

I have a C Class multi-tool and just added the advanced mining laser. I then spent nanite clusters and bought a class C mining beam module. Where do I install this module? Everything is greyed out and when I try to install it I get a message that says cannot place item in technology slot. So how do I install this to improve mining speed?

Also the advanced mining laser was suppose to add 11% mining speed, but the stats on the multi-tool still shows 0%. What am I missing or doing wrong?

Thanks for the help.

[BonPadre]

Few tips.

Don't buy C class upgrades... that's wasted nanites.
When you dismantle upgrade modules, you will not get it back as it is.

Don't waste too many nanites on upgrades on a C class multi-tool, you can't transfer them. So save all that, until you actually get a good multitool you'll keep for a while.

Then to install a module, press E while on your inventory on said module, and go into your multitool tab, and if I'm not mistaken, again E on the slot you want it to be (or is it a click ?)

Now for your stat things, I admit I never paied too much attention to it, I'm not a min-maxer guy, so I could not care less.

[Blackwater Jack]

Originally posted by BonPadre:

Few tips.

Don't buy C class upgrades... that's wasted nanites.
When you dismantle upgrade modules, you will not get it back as it is.

Don't waste too many nanites on upgrades on a C class multi-tool, you can't transfer them. So save all that, until you actually get a good multitool you'll keep for a while.

Then to install a module, press E while on your inventory on said module, and go into your multitool tab, and if I'm not mistaken, again E on the slot you want it to be (or is it a click ?)

Now for your stat things, I admit I never paied too much attention to it, I'm not a min-maxer guy, so I could not care less.

Thanks, the problem is the open slots are all greyed out and it won't let me install it anywhere.

[Dirak2012]

Originally posted by Warhawk:

I try to install it I get a message that says cannot place item in technology slot.

Technology slot? Weapons don't have technology slots.

[Blackwater Jack]

This is a screenshot of what I get when I try to install the upgrade module.

https://imgur.com/a/83ergD8

[Zeno]

Originally posted by Warhawk:

This is a screenshot of what I get when I try to install the upgrade module.

https://imgur.com/a/83ergD8

You are trying to move the module in its "packaged" form, which can only be stored in an inventory slot.

To install it, press 'E' (on keyboard) while the cursor is over the module to "unpack" it, then move it to the multi-tool.

[BonPadre]

So as Eleatic tells you, and I actually wrote that too

Originally posted by BonPadre:

Then to install a module, press E while on your inventory on said module, and go into your multitool tab, and if I'm not mistaken, again E on the slot you want it to be (or is it a click ?)

[Zeno]

Originally posted by BonPadre:

So as Eleatic tells you, and I actually wrote that too

Originally posted by BonPadre:

Then to install a module, press E while on your inventory on said module, and go into your multitool tab, and if I'm not mistaken, again E on the slot you want it to be (or is it a click ?)

Indeed. It seemed the advice didn't take, the first time.

[Marzipan]

Also, ClassBonuses are fixed and will not change with installing upgrade modules.
Where you should see a difference though is in the section below them, where the bar-length/values for DamagePotential, ScannereRange are shown.

[DedZedNub]

Oh, ok. So it is a two E step process. Like E wherever it is stored now, which defaults normally when purchases as general inventory. Then go to the Multi-Tool Tab, probably with it currently attached to your cursor, and then E to install in the current Multi-Tool Tab, and that will install it completely.

Ok, good thread, as I did not fully realize this (not had the chance to do it yet, as probably want to get a better multi-tool but not impressed by those seen so far and their cost).

[BonPadre]

Originally posted by DedZedNub:

Oh, ok. So it is a two E step process. Like E wherever it is stored now, which defaults normally when purchases as general inventory. Then go to the Multi-Tool Tab, probably with it currently attached to your cursor, and then E to install in the current Multi-Tool Tab, and that will install it completely.

Actually, it's E first and then a right click to install, I was a tad off, as I did not remember exactly, I had to go back in game to try it again.

The fact that it's a 2 step process also make it usefull if you buy modules upgrade for ship or exosuit, and then you can also navigate between inventory or tech slots, and install it where you really want to.

[dalgo]

Originally posted by BonPadre:

Actually, it's E first and then a right click to install, I was a tad off, as I did not remember exactly, I had to go back in game to try it again.

No it's not right click.

This process bugged me from the start and it took me ages to find the correct procedure so I sympathize with other having problems.

After you have bought your upgrade module it will appear in your Exosuit itinerary. Place your cursor over the module and tap 'E'. The module will change its name and attach itself to your cursor. Move that to the desired location (in this case in Multi-Tool) then click and hold the left mouse button.

There is a crucial difference between 'tap' and 'hold' and that is what caught me out at first.

[DarkEternal]

Everyone forgot about your Advanced Mining Laser question. Well, your base Mining stat on your Multi-tool is probably 0%, right? Well, 11% of 0% is still 0%.
Don't fret. It's actually faster and you don't realize it. I can confirm that even with a Rifle Class that has 0% mining, it does impact the speed. In fact, I have a whole family of mining upgrades and they do affect mining despite that stat on the main Mulit-tool screen never changing. It seems to be a bug? I don't know. It just works lol
Just make sure that you group similar upgrades with their base tech. Synergy bonuses on high rank multi-tools make them god-like. If you need tips on Synergy, the NMS Reddit is a place for good information and pics of what ppl have done so you can get an idea of how to build a proper multi-tool.
Good luck, Traveller!