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Dell Latitude E4300 (Late 2008) User Manual

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5.

Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the retaining clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.

 

6.

Remove the module by grasping it at the side edges and pulling it away from the connector. Place the module into anti-static packaging such as an anti-
static bag.

 

Replacing a Memory Module

 

 

1.

Ground yourself by touching a metal part in the computer chassis.

 

2.

Remove the memory module from its anti-static packaging.

 

3.

Grasping the module at the side edges, align the slot in the module edge connector with the key in the socket connector.

 

4.

Slide the memory module into the socket connector at a 30-degree angle until it is fully seated.

 

5.

Push the long edge of the memory module down until the retaining clips lock the module into place.

 

6.

Replace the memory cover and tighten the captive screws.

 

NOTE:

From the underside of the computer, the DIMM B socket is uppermost and DIMM A is closest to the system board.

1

memory module retaining clips (2)

2

memory module

3

DIMM B module

4

DIMM A module

CAUTION:

Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices

information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

NOTE:

From the underside of the computer, the DIMM B socket is uppermost and DIMM A is closest to the system board.

NOTE:

If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.

NOTICE:

If the cover is difficult to close, remove the memory module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.