Dell DT549, PP22X owner manual Removing the Dimm a Memory Module

Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, one accessed from beneath the keyboard (DIMM A), and the other accessed from the bottom of the computer (DIMM B).

NOTICE: If your computer has only one memory module, install the memory module in the connector labeled “DIMMA.”

NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled “DIMMA” before you install a module in the connector labeled “DIMMB.”

Removing the DIMM A Memory Module

NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

The DIMM A memory module is located under the keyboard.

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 137.

2Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 143).

3Remove the keyboard (see "Keyboard" on page 145).

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.

4Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.

5Remove the module from the connector.

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