Dell Alienware Area-51 ALX (Late 2009) - Manual (Page 26)

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CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S)
Removing Memory Module(s)
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
Lift the release panel and open the left side-panel. 2.
Locate the memory-module connectors on the system board (see “System 3.
Board Connectors“ on page 11).
CAUTION: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal
operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them.
NOTE: For better access to the memory module(s), remove the graphics
card if the card is full length (see “Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards”
on page 31) .
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory-module connector. 4.
Lift the memory module off the memory-module connector. If the memory 5.
module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and
forth to remove it from the memory-module connector.
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1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2)