Installing System Board Options 6-7
To upgrade the video memory, perform the following
steps:
1. Remove the computer cover according to the
instructions in “Removing the Computer Cover”
in Chapter 5.
2. To access the video-memory upgrade socket
(labeled “VIDEO_UPGRADE”) on the system
board, remove the expansion-card cage as
described in “Removing the Expansion-Card
Cage” in Chapter 5.
3. Orient the module as shown in Figure 6-9. Then
install it in the socket.
Video memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit
in the socket in only one direction. The socket on the
system board is notched so that the video memory
module can be firmly seated only one way.
Align the video memory module’s edge connector
with the slot in the center of the socket. Press the
video memory module’s edge connector firmly into
the socket. Pivot the module down until it clicks into
place.
If you do not hear a sharp click, you should remove
the module and reinstall it.
Figure 6-9. Installing a Video-Memory
Upgrade Module
4. Replace the expansion-card cage as described in
“Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage” in Chapter 5.
5. Replace the computer cover; reconnect your com-
puter and peripherals to their power sources, and
turn them on.
As the system boots, it detects the presence of the
new video memory and automatically changes the
system configuration information in the System
Setup program.
6. Enter the System Setup program, and confirm
that the amount of video memory displayed in the
Video Memory category is 4 MB.
See Chapter 2, “Using the System Setup Program.”
If the video memory total is incorrect, turn off the
system, remove the computer cover, and reseat the
video-memory upgrade module in its socket.
7. Run the Video Test Group in the Dell Diagnostics
to test the new video memory.
See your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for
instructions on running the Dell Diagnostics and
troubleshooting any problems that occur.
U
pgrading the Microprocessor To take advantage of future options in speed and func-
tionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your
system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor
upgrade. Call your Dell sales representative for informa-
tion on available microprocessor upgrades.
The microprocessor upgrade kit includes a new single-
edge contact (SEC) cartridge with heat sink assembly and
an airflow shroud.
The following procedure describes how to replace the
microprocessor.
NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowl-
edgeable person perform this procedure.
1. Remove the computer cover according to the
instructions in “Removing the Computer Cover”
in Chapter 5.
CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electro-
static Discharge” in the safety instructions at
the front of this guide.
video-memory
upgrade socket video-memory
upgrade module
notch
CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electro-
static Discharge” in the safety instructions at
the front of this guide.