Dell 9150 service manual Installing Memory, Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations

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Removing and Installing Parts: Dell Dimension 9150 Service Manual

memory, the modules function at the slowest speed installed.

Be sure to install a single memory module in the DIMM_1 connector, the connector closest to the processor, before you install modules in the other connectors.

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

NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. You should install your original memory modules in pairs either in connectors DIMM_1 and DIMM_2 or connectors DIMM_3 and DIMM_4.

Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations

Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you use four 1-GB DIMMs. Current operating systems, such as Microsoft® Windows® XP, can only use a maximum of 4 GB of address space; however, the amount of memory available to the operating system is less than 4 GB. Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range.

Any address space reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory.

Installing Memory

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

1.Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."

2.Remove the computer cover.

3.Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer.

4.Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

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Contents Model Dcta August 2006 Rev. A01 Getting Started Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Front View of the Computer About Your ComputerBack View of the Computer Telephony program Page Removing the Computer Cover Back to Contents Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Technical OverviewPower Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name Color Wire Gauge DC Power Connector P1DC Power Connector P2 DC Power Connect P3 and P5Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire DC Power Connector P4 DC Power Connector P7DC Power Connectors P8, P9, and P10 DC Power Connector P12 DC Power Connector P11Specifications Drives ConnectorsControls and Lights PowerEnvironmental PhysicalAdvanced Troubleshooting Power LightsDiagnostic Lights Suggested Resolution Light Pattern Problem DescriptionCode Cause Beep CodesReseat the memory modules Message Possible Cause Corrective ActionKeyboard or system board may need to be replaced System Setup Entering System SetupOverview System Setup Options Video Post Behavior Boot SequenceChanging Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Clearing Forgotten Passwords Replace the computer cover Clearing Cmos SettingsBack to Contents Removing and Installing Parts MemoryMemory Overview Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations Installing MemoryPage Removing Memory CardsRemoving and Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards Page Page Page Network Adapter and Sound Card Settings Removing the Drive Panel Drive PanelsReplacing the Drive-Panel Insert Removing the Drive-Panel InsertConnecting Drive Cables DrivesReplacing the Drive Panel Hard Drive Drive Interface ConnectorsRemoving a Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Adding a Second Hard Drive Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Media Card ReaderRemoving a Media Card Reader Page Installing a Media Card Reader Removing a CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Replace the computer cover Removing the Power Supply Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply ProcessorRemoving the Processor Page Installing the Processor Socket and processor pin-1 indicator Panel Components PanelRemoving the I/O Panel Page Page Battery Replacing the BatteryReplacing the I/O Panel Removing the System Board System BoardReplacing the System Board Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover
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