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Memory Module(s)
Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual
Removing the Memory Module(s)
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
WARNING: 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.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: 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 your computer).
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer.
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup Guide for information on the type of memory supported by your computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell™ are covered under your computer warranty.
Your computer has two
Removing the Memory Module(s)
1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2.Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
3.Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover).
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
4.Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the
5.Remove the memory module from the
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Replacing the Memory Module(s)
CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B."
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
