Dell E6500 manual Flash Cache Modules, Removing an FCM Replacing an FCM

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Flash Cache Modules

Dell™ Latitude™ E6500 Service Manual

Removing an FCM

Replacing an FCM

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Flash Cache Modules (FCMs) are internal memory cards that help improve the performance of your computer. You can install FCMs in either the WWAN or WPAN Mini-Card slot.

NOTE: FCMs are compatible with Windows Vista® operating system only.

If you ordered an FCM card with your computer, the card is already installed.

Removing an FCM

1.Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.

2.Close the display and turn the computer over.

3.Remove the bottom of the base assembly (see Removing the Bottom of the Base Assembly).

4.Remove the left hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Covers).

5.Remove the M2x3 screw from the FCM card.

The card pops up to a 45-degree angle.

6.Slide the FCM card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.

1 M2x3 screw 2 WPAN/UWB/FCM card

1 M2x3 screw 2 WWAN/FCM card