6.Press the handle down by pushing on the blue touch points and sliding the handle lock until it clicks into the locked position.

NOTE: If the memory riser is not aligned with the riser guide, the memory riser will not slide smoothly into the slot. If the memory riser handle does not move down, check if the memory riser is properly seated in the memory-riser guide. The handle gets locked only when the memory riser is seated in the connector.

7.Close the system.

8.Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.

Removing Memory Modules From The Memory Riser

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 or metallic contacts 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.

CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be installed in any memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module blanks only if you intend to install memory modules in those sockets.

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

2.Open the system.

3.Locate and remove the memory risers. See Removing a Memory Riser.

4.To open the memory riser:

a.Push the DIMM release tabs on the memory riser in the direction of the arrows.

b.Open the memory riser cover.

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