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Memory Module, Modem, Mini PCI Card, and Optical Devices

Dell™ Latitude™ D510 Service Manual

  Memory Module

  Modem

  Mini PCI Card

  Optical Devices

Memory Module

CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent 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.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer."
   
   
2. Turn the computer upside down, loosen the captive screw (labeled "M") in the memory module cover, and lift the cover.
   
   

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the memory module.

3. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.
   
   

NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.

1. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
   
   
2. Remove the module from the 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."

NOTICE: Do not attempt to install non-DDR2 memory modules in the connectors. Installing incompatible memory modules can damage the connectors.

4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
   
   
   1. Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.
      
      
   2. Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you feel a click. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
      
      

NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer will not boot. No error message indicates this failure.

5. Replace the cover and 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.

6. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
   
   
7. Turn on the computer.
   
   

If memory has been added, as the computer boots it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.

Modem

CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent 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.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer."
   
   
2. Turn the computer upside down, loosen the captive screw (labeled "M") from the memory module cover, and lift the cover.
   
   
3. If you are replacing a modem, remove the existing modem:
   
   
   1. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw from the modem.
      
      

1	pull-tab	4	modem connector on system board
2	M2 x 3-mm screw	5	modem cable
3	modem

2. Use the pull-tab to disconnect the modem from the modem connector on the system board.
   
   
3. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem.
   
   
4. Connect the modem cable to the modem.
   
   

NOTICE: Do not press down on the left side of the modem (side with the modem cable connection) while installing it.

5. Align the connector on the bottom of the modem with the modem connector on the system board and then press down on the right side of the modem to seat both connectors.
   
   
6. Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw.
   
   
7. Replace the cover and 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.

Mini PCI Card

If you ordered a Mini PCI card when you ordered your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you.

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent 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.

NOTICE: 2.4-GHz Wireless LAN PC Cards may be removed and installed by the user.

1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside Your Computer."
   
   
2. Turn the computer upside down, and loosen the captive screw (labeled "C") on the Mini PCI card cover.
   
   
3. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift up the cover.
   
   

4. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 5. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:
   
   
   1. Disconnect any attached cables from the Mini PCI card.
      
      

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the Mini PCI card connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the card.

2. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the securing clips until the card pops up slightly.
   
   
3. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
   
   

NOTICE: In the next step, ensure that the antenna cables extend over the edge of the computer, so that they are not trapped beneath the new Mini PCI card.

5. Align the new Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector.
   
   
6. Connect the antenna cables from the computer to the antenna connectors on the Mini PCI card.
   
   

NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections.

1	antenna cables (2)
2	antenna connectors on card (2)

7. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree angle.
   
   
8. Continue lowering the Mini PCI card until it snaps into the inner tabs of the connector.
   
   
9. Ensure that the cables are positioned so that they will not be pinched when you replace the cover.
   
   
10. Replace the cover.
    
    

NOTICE: If the Mini PCI card cover is difficult to close, remove the card and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.

Optical Devices

Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay. You can install an M2 x 3-mm optical device security screw in the bay, if desired, to make the device more difficult to remove.

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the computer.

NOTE: You do not need to install the device security screw unless you want to keep the module inside the computer for security purposes.

If the Device Security Screw Is Not Installed

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

1. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.
   
   

1	device latch release

2. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay.
   
   

3. Push the new device into the bay until it clicks.
   
   

If the Device Security Screw Is Installed

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
   
   
2. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
   
   

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

3. Close the display and turn the computer upside down.
   
   
4. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the optical device security screw from the bottom of the computer.
   
   

1	M2 x 3-mm screw

5. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.
   
   
6. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay.
   
   

7. Push the new device into the bay until it clicks.
   
   

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