Dell Latitude E6500 (Mid 2008) - Manual (Page 30)

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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.
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.
NOTE: FCMs are compatible with Windows Vista® operating system only.
1 M2x3 screw 2 WPAN/UWB/FCM card
1 M2x3 screw 2 WWAN/FCM card