Alienware D0IX001 manual Removing and Replacing Memory Modules

Removing and Replacing Memory Module(s)

1.Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 36.

2.Open the side panel (see “Opening and Closing the Side Panel“ on page 38).

3.Locate the memory module connectors on the system board (see “Inside View of Your Computer“ on page 39).

CAUTION: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them.

NOTE: For better access to memory module(s), remove the graphics card if the card is full length.

4.Spread apart the securing clips at both ends of the memory module connector.

5.Lift the memory module off the memory module connector. If the memory module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from the memory module connector.

CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS

To replace memory module(s):

1.Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector.

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1	memory module connector	4	securing clips (2)
2	tab	5	memory module
3	notch

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