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Memory

Dell™ Latitude™ E6400 and E6400 ATG and
Mobile Workstation Precision™ M2400 Service Manual

  Removing a Memory Module

  Replacing a Memory Module

Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets. You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules 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 a Memory Module

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

NOTICE: If two memory modules are installed, you must remove the top memory module first to access the bottom memory module.

1. Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
   
   
2. Remove the bottom of the base assembly (see Removing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
   
   

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

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

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securing clips (2)

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memory module

Replacing a Memory Module

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

NOTICE: If you are installing two memory modules, you must install the bottom memory module first.

1. Place the module at a 45-degree angle, and align the notch in the module with the tab on the connector.
   
   

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

2. Press down on the module until it clicks into place. If the module does not click into place, remove the module and reinstall it.
   
   

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tab

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notch

3. Replace the bottom of the base assembly (see Replacing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
   
   
4. Follow the procedures in After Working on Your 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:

• 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.
  
  

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