Dell GX200 manual Memory, Removing a Rimm

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1Filler bracket

3.Insert the expansion card into the expansion-card connector.

If the expansion card is full-length, insert the front end of the card into the corresponding card guide on the inside front of the chassis as you insert the card into its connector. Insert the card's edge connector firmly into the expansion-card slot.

4.When the card is firmly seated in the connector, secure the card's mounting bracket to the chassis with the screw you removed in step 2.

5.Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.

See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.

6.Replace the computer cover and reset the chassis intrusion detector.

Memory

To remove a Rambus in-line memory module (RIMM), perform the following steps:

1.Remove the computer cover.

2.Remove the system power supply to allow you to access the RIMMs.

3.Press the securing clips outward simultaneously until the RIMM disengages and pops out slightly from the socket (see Figure 22).

Figure 22. Removing a RIMM

1Securing clips (2)

To reinstall a RIMM, perform the following steps:

1.Locate the plastic securing clips at each end of the socket (see Figure 23).

2.Press the clips outward until they snap open.

3.Press the RIMM straight into the slot running down the center of the socket until the securing tabs snap into place around the ends of the RIMM.

4.Replace the computer cover and reset the chassis intrusion detector.

Figure 23. Installing a RIMM

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Contents Initial release 18 April Last revised 31 Jul You have removed the computer cover Precautionary MeasuresOverview Recommended ToolsComputer Cover Internal ViewsComputer Cover Replacement Front-Panel Inserts Eject, Power, and Reset ButtonsChassis Intrusion Switch Reset the chassis intrusion detectorControl Panel Remove the diskette drive and bracket DrivesInch Diskette Drive Inch DriveIf not already done, remove the computer cover Hard-Disk Drive to Bracket InstallationReplace the computer cover System Power SupplyRiser Boards Expansion-Card CagePCI/ISA Riser Board Optional System Board Components System Board Jumpers System-Board Jumper Settings Description Expansion CardsSystem Board Labels Expansion-Card Installation Expansion-Card RemovalRemove the computer cover Removing a Rimm MemoryMicroprocessor/Cooling Fan/Heat Sink Assembly Microprocessor/Cooling Fan/Heat Sink AssemblyMicroprocessor Package Installation System BatterySystem Board Removal System BoardBack to Contents Microprocessor/Airflow Shroud/Heat Sink Assembly Computer Cover Inside the Chassis Internal ViewExpansion-Card Cage Remove the hard-disk drive cage Inch Diskette Drive RemovalInch Drive Removal 25-Inch Drive Removal Hard-Disk Drive Insertion Hard-Disk Drive ReplacementSystem Power Supply Removal System Power Supply RotationSystem Power Supply Installation Rotate the system power supplySystem Board Jumpers Expansion Cards Expansion Card Removal Expansion-Card ReplacementMidsize Chassis PCI Riser Board Rimm Installation Microprocessor/Airflow Shroud/Heat Sink AssemblyHeat Sink Assembly Removal Securing the microprocessor package Disconnect all cables from the system board Back to Contents Overview Mini Tower Chassis Orientation View Computer Cover Replacement Front Bezel Removal Front BezelFront-Panel Inserts Chassis Intrusion Switch Diskette Drive Removal Remove the control panel from the front panelDrive Bracket Attachment Remove the front bezelNew Drive Insertion Hard-Disk Drive Removal From Bracket Remove the computer cover Remove the front bezelDrive Bracket Insertion Into Chassis System Power Supply Mini Tower Chassis PCI Riser Board Mini Tower Chassis PCI/ISA Riser Board System Board Jumpers CD-ROM audio interface connector Expansion Card Installation Memory Microprocessor/Airflow Shroud/Heat Sink Removal Microprocessor package Socket release lever ZIF socket System Battery Remove the airflow shroud from the microprocessor Replace the airflow shroud Replace the expansion-card cage Overview Orientation View Computer Cover Replacement Remove the drive shelf Remove the power supply Eject and Power ButtonsChassis Intrusion Switch Hard-Disk Drive Preliminary StepsDrive Bracket Removal Hard-Disk Drive Cable Attachment CD-ROM Drive Removal CD-ROM DriveSystem Power Supply PCI Riser Board Riser BoardSystem Board Jumpers System-Board Jumper Settings Description Bit PCI Expansion Card Example Expansion Card Removal Memory Microprocessor/Cooling Fan/Heat Sink Assembly Microprocessor Package Removal Replace the computer cover and restart the system Replace the drive shelf assembly