Dell L401X manual Removing the Memory Modules

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Memory Module(s)

Dell™ XPS™ L401X Service Manual

Removing the Memory Module(s)

Replacing the Memory Module(s)

WARNING: 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.

CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).

CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer.

You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in the Setup Guide that shipped with your computer or at support.dell.com/manuals for information on the type of memory supported by your computer.

NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.

Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM connectors.

Removing the Memory Module(s)

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).

3.Loosen the two captive screws that secure the memory-module cover to the base cover.

4.Use your fingertips to pry out the memory-module cover and lift it off the base cover.

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tabs (5)

2

memory-module cover

 

 

 

 

3

captive screws (2)

4

base cover

 

 

 

 

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

5. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory-module connector until the memory module pops up.

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