You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" for information on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to add only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
NOTE: Your computer is
optimized for the use of
the 266-MHz DDR
DDRAM memory modules
sold by Dell. When adding
memory, ensure that you
purchase the same type of
memory from Dell.
NOTE: Memory modules
purchased from Dell are
covered under your
computer warranty.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read "Safety and EMC Instructions: Mobile Workstation Computers" in your System InformationGuide.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer.
If the computer is docked, undock it.
Remove any installed PC Cards.
Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable
and any external devices from the computer. Wait 5 seconds before
proceeding.
Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the
computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure.
NOTICE: While you work, periodically touch unpainted metal on the
computer to dissipate static electricity that might harm internal components.
Turn the computer over, remove the screw(s) from the memory
module cover, and lift up 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.
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.
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on
each end of the memory module connector.
The module should pop up.
Remove the module from the connector.
NOTE: There are no
configuration restrictions
regarding which of the
memory sockets you use
or the order of the
memory modules.
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 edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate
the module down until you hear a click. If you do not hear the
click, remove the module and reinstall it.
Replace the cover and screw(s).
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. If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot; no error message appears to indicate this failure.
If you ordered a Mini PCI card at the same time that you ordered your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you.
NOTE: Handle
components and cards by
their edges, and avoid
touching pins and
contacts.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read "Safety and EMC Instructions: Mobile Workstation Computers" in your System InformationGuide.
Make sure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching
the computer cover.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer.
If the computer is docked, undock it.
Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
Remove any installed PC Cards, batteries, and devices.
Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the
computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure.
Turn the computer over, and remove the screw from the Mini PCI card
cover.
Place your finger under the cover at the indentation, and lift and slide
the cover open.
If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:
Disconnect the assembly from the wiring harness or internal
antenna.
Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs
until the card pops up slightly.
Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
To install the Mini PCI card, align it with the connector at a 45-degree
angle, press it into the connector, and pivot it down until it snaps into
the metal securing tabs.
Connect the antenna cable to the antenna cable connector on the
Mini PCI card. Route the cable under the corner of the card to prevent
interference when replacing the Mini PCI card cover.
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the
connections.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your computer before removing the
hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby
mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage
the drive.
CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read "Safety and EMC Instructions: Mobile Workstation Computers" in your System InformationGuide.
NOTE: Dell does not
guarantee compatibility
or provide support for
hard drives from sources
other than Dell.
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:
Make sure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching
the computer cover.
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down
the computer.
If the computer is docked, undock it.
Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
Remove any installed PC Cards, batteries, and devices.
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the
computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure.
Turn the computer over. Use a small screwdriver to remove the hard
drive screw(s), and place the screw(s) in a safe location.
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective
antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your
System Information Guide."
Lift the hard drive cover until you hear a click.
Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
Remove the new drive from its packaging.
Save the original packaging to use when storing or shipping the hard drive.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you force
the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector.
Insert the drive into the bay, and lift the hard drive cover until you hear
a click. Push the hard drive until it is fully seated in the bay. Press the
hard drive cover down.
Replace and tighten the hard drive screw(s).
Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for your
computer.
Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to install the drivers and utilities for
your computer.
Your computer has an S-video TV-out connector that, together with the included TV/digital audio adapter cable, enables you to connect the computer to a television and/or stereo audio device. The TV/digital audio adapter cable provides connections for S-video, composite video, and S/PDIF digital audio.
For televisions and audio devices without support for S/PDIF digital audio, you can use the audio connector on the side of the computer to connect the computer to your television or audio device.
Dell recommends that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one of the following combinations, using the instructions in the following subsections:
NOTE: Diagrams for
each connection
combination appear at the
beginning of each
subsection to help you
determine which method
you should use.
Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want
to connect.
NOTE: You can connect
an S-video cable directly
to the S-video connector
on the computer (without
the video adapter cable) if
your television or audio
device supports S-video
but not S/PDIF digital
audio.
Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out
connector on your computer.
Plug one end of the S-video cable into the S-video connector on the
TV/digital audio adapter cable.
Plug the other end of the S-video cable into your television.
Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable into the headphone
connector on your computer.
Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into
the audio input connectors on your television or other audio device.
Turn on the television and any audio device you connected, and then
turn on the computer.
