4 Replacement Procedures 4.5 Memory module
4.5 Memory module CAUTION: The power of the computer must be turned off when you remove the memory
module. Removing a memory module with the power on risks damaging the
module or the computer itself.
Do not touch the memory module terminals. Any dirt on the terminals may
cause memory access problems.
Never press hard or bend the memory module.
Removing a memory module
To remove a memory module, confirm that the computer is in boot mode. Then perform the
following procedures and refer to figure 4-9.
1. Turn the computer upside down.
2. Loosen the screw (with e-ring) and remove the memory slot cover.
3. Remove the memory slot cover.
4. Open the left and right latches and remove a memory module from the connector
CN1440 on the system board.
Memory slot cover
CN1440 Screw (e-ring)
Memory module
Figure 4-9 Removing a memory module
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