Your computer has 1 GB of onboard memory and one user-accessible SODIMM socket. You can increase your computer memory by installing a memory module on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup and Quick Reference Guide for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
Removing the Memory Module
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to
spread the memory module securing clips.
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end
of the memory module connector until the memory module pops up.
Remove the memory module from the connector.
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memory module
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securing clips (2)
Replacing the Memory Module
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Place the module at a 45-degree angle, and align the notch in the module
with the tab on the connector.
Press down on the module until it clicks into place. If the module does not
click into place, remove the module and reinstall it.
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:
In Windows® XP, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop. Click Properties® General.
In Windows Vista®, click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information.
