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Flash Cache Modules: Dell Latitude E6500 Service Manual

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Flash Cache Modules

Dell™ Latitude™ E6500 Service Manual

Removing an FCM

Replacing an FCM

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 at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Flash Cache Modules (FCMs) are internal memory cards that help improve the performance of your computer. You can install FCMs in either the WWAN or WPAN Mini-Card slot.

NOTE: FCMs are compatible with Windows Vista® operating system only.

If you ordered an FCM card with your computer, the card is already installed.

Removing an FCM

Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
Close the display and turn the computer over.
Remove the bottom of the base assembly (see Removing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
Remove the left hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Covers).
Remove the M2x3 screw from the FCM card.

The card pops up to a 45-degree angle.

Slide the FCM card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.

1

M2x3 screw

2

WPAN/UWB/FCM card

1

M2x3 screw

2

WWAN/FCM card

Replacing an FCM

CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the FCM card, ensure the cables are not under the card when you replace the card.

CAUTION: The Mini-Card slot has WPAN/UWB/FCM silk-screened inside the slot. Do not install FCM cards in any other Mini-Card slot.

Slide the FCM card into the connector.
Press the card down to the alignment post and hold in position.
Replace the screw in the FCM card.
Replace the left hinge cover (see Replacing the Hinge Covers).
Replace the bottom of the base assembly (see Removing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).
Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).

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