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Installing memory modules
Prerequisites
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been
powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the
memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on
the memory module.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
NOTE: You must remove a memory module to upgrade a memory module or replace a faulty
memory module.
1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the cooling shroud.
4. If installed, remove the memory module or the memory module blank.
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
2. Press the ejectors on the memory module socket outward to allow the memory module to be
inserted into the socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure not to touch
the middle of the memory module.
3. Align the the memory module with the key on the socket and insert the memory module in the
socket.
NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install the memory
module in the socket in only one direction.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module socket during installation, apply
pressure at both ends of the memory module evenly. Do not apply pressure to the center of
the memory module.
4. Press the memory module with your thumbs to lock the memory module into the socket.
NOTE: When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the ejectors on the memory
module socket align with the ejectors on the other sockets that have memory modules
installed.
5. Repeat step 1 through step 4 of this procedure to install the remaining memory modules.
Next steps
1. Install the cooling shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
3. (Optional) Press <F2> to enter System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.
The System Memory Size should reflect the installed memory
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