Lenovo 8336 manual Replacing a memory module, Replacing the optical drive

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6.Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay until it snaps into position.

Figure 23. Replacing the optical drive

7.Connect the signal and power cables to the drive.

8.To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the bottom of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the bezel inward until it snaps into position.

9.Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 31.

Replacing a memory module

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support

This section provides instructions on how to replace a memory module.

Note: Your computer has support for two memory modules.

1.Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 11.

2.Locate the memory slot. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 9.

3.Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown.

Figure 24. Removing the memory module

24Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

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ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Page ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Page Contents Iv Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Figures Vi Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Important safety information Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Overview Additional information resourcesHandling static-sensitive devices Controls and connectors LocationsLocating connectors on the rear of your computer Locating the rear connectorsConnector Description Locating components Locating componentsIdentifying parts on the system board Shows the location of parts on the system boardHardware Installation and Replacement Guide Opening the cover Installing options and replacing hardwareInstalling external options Installing internal options Installing memoryReplacing the battery Installing a memory moduleReplacing the front audio and USB assembly Installing a new batteryRemoving the front bezel Replacing the heat sink Removing the heat sinkReplacing the microprocessor Removing the microprocessorLift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket Replacing the system fan assembly Removing the system fan assembly Installing the short rubber mounts Replacing a hard disk drive Removing the hard disk driveInstalling the hard disk drive into the bracket Replacing an optical driveRemoving the optical drive Replacing a memory module Replacing the optical driveInstalling the new memory module Replacing the adapter cardReleasing the system board Replacing the AC power adapter Connecting the AC power adapterReplacing the internal speaker Removing the internal speakerKeyboard connectors Replacing the keyboardReplacing the mouse Replacing a mouseCompleting the parts replacement Routing the cablesObtaining device drivers Closing the computer coverIntegrated cable lock Security featuresPassword protection Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Appendix. Notices Television output notice TrademarksPage Part Number 46R4750