Dell T8144 manual Installing Memory

Installing Memory

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53.

2Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer.

3Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

memory connector closest to processor

securing clips (2)

connector

4Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.

notch

memory module

cutouts (2)

crossbar

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module.

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Removing and Installing Parts