CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw (labeled "M") in the memory module
cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.
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captive screw
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memory module cover
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the
memory module connector until the module pops up.
Remove the module from the connector.
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memory module
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securing clips
Installing the Memory Modules
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No
error message indicates this failure.
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.
Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down
until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall
it.
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw.
NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it.
Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer
and an electrical outlet.
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.
CD or DVD Drive
Removing the CD or DVD Drive
CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
Turn the computer over, and remove the M2.5 x 8-mm screw (labeled "O") next to the
memory module cover.
Loosen the captive screw (labeled "M") in the memory module cover, and lift the cover
away from the computer.
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captive screw
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memory module cover
Press the lever next to the memory module connectors in the direction of the arrow on
the lever (towards the drive) to release the drive.
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lever
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CD or DVD drive
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M2.5 x 8-mm screw labeled "O"
Pull the drive out of the bay.
Installing the CD or DVD Drive
Slide the new drive into the bay until the drive is fully seated.
Replace the memory module cover and tighten the captive screw.
Replace the M2.5 x 8-mm screw next to the memory module cover.
Modem
Removing the Modem
CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw (labeled "C") in the modem/Mini
PCI card cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.
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captive screw
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modem/Mini PCI card cover
Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws securing the modem to the system board, and set
them aside.
Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the
system board and disconnect the modem cable.
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modem cable connector
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pull-tab
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modem cable
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M2 x 3-mm screws (2)
Installing the Modem
Connect the modem cable to the modem.
NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections.
Align the modem with the screw holes, and press the modem into the connector on
the system board.
Install the two M2 x 3-mm screws to secure the modem to the system board.
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw.
Mini PCI Card
Removing the Mini PCI Card
CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
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