Dell Vostro A180 (Early 2009) - Manual (Page 15)

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Replacing Memory Module(s)
Dell™ Vostro™ A100/A180 Service Manual
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover ).
3. Locate the memory modules on the system board (see System Board Components ).
4. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
5. Grasp the module and pull it upwards.
If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector.
6. Follow the instructions below to install memory modules, depending on your computer model:
For Vostro A100 — Ensure that you install a single memory module in DIMM connector 1.
For Vostro A180 — Ensure that you install a single memory module in DIMM connector 1, the connector closest to the processor, before you install a
module in the other connector.
7. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the tab in the connector slot.
CAUTION: 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.
1 securing clip 2 memory module connector
NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules.
NOTICE: For Dell™ Vostro™ A180 — If you remove your original memory module(s) from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate
from any new module(s) that you may have, even if you purchased the new module(s) from Dell™. If possible, do not pair an original memory module
with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly.
NOTE: For Vostro A180 — If you install mixed pairs of PC2-5300 (DDR2 667-MHz) and PC2-6400 (DDR2 800-MHz) memory, the modules function at the
speed of the slowest module installed.