102 Installing System Components
Installing Memory Modules 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.
1
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect
the system from the electrical outlet.
2
Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 67.
3
Remove the memory cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud"
on page 80.
NOTICE: Never remove the memory cooling shroud without first powering down
the system. Overheating of the system can develop quickly resulting in a shutdown
of the system and the loss of data.
4
Locate the memory module sockets on the system board. See Figure6-2.
CAUTION: The DIMMs are hot to the touch for some time after the system has
been powered down. Allow time for the DIMMs to cool before handling them.
Handle the DIMMs by the card edges and avoid touching the DIMM components.
5
Press the ejectors on the memory module socket down and out, as shown
in Figure3-19, to allow the memory module to be inserted into the socket.
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