Dell C6145 manual Installing the Memory Modules

Installing the Memory Modules

WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components on the memory module.

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

1Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.

2Remove the system-board assembly. See "Removing a System-Board Assembly" on page 87.

3Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 3-18.

4Press the ejectors on the memory module socket down and out, as shown in Figure 3-19,to allow the memory module to be inserted into the socket.

5Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module.

6Align the memory module's edge connector with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module in the socket. See Figure 3-19.

NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that allows you to install the memory module in the socket in only one way.

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