CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions
located in the Product Information Guide.
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: Only DDR2 memory dimms fit and can be used in this computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, one accessed from beneath the keyboard (DIMM A), and the other accessed from the bottom of the computer (DIMM B).
NOTE: If your computer has only one memory module, install the memory module in the connector
labeled "DIMM A."
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner
metal tabs that secure the memory module.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
NOTE: If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.
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
2
securing clips (2 per connector)
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the
connector labeled "DIMM A" before you install a module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." Insert
memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.
Replacing the Memory Module in DIMM A
Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.
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.
Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws in the memory module cover, and then
remove the cover.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner
metal tabs that secure the memory module.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
NOTE: If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.
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.
NOTE: The BIOS daughter card may not be present in all computers.
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memory module
2
securing clips (2 per connector)
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BIOS daughter card (may not be present in all computers)
Replacing the Memory Module in DIMM B
Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.
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.
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. No error message
indicates this failure.
Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.
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.
Modem
Removing the Modem
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions
located in the Product Information Guide.
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.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
