Dimm a connector – Dell Latitude D531 (Mid 2007) User Manual

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Before You Begin

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The computer has two memory slots, DIMM A and DIMM B. DIMM A is located on top of the

computer under the keyboard, and DIMM B is located on the bottom of the computer under the

memory module cover. DIMM A holds the basic memory module as configured from the factory. If you

did not order additional memory, DIMM B is empty. Generally, if you add memory, you use DIMM B. If

you are upgrading memory, you may need to install memory in DIMM A and DIMM B, depending on the

extent of the upgrade.

NOTICE:

If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector

labeled “DIMMA” before you install a module in the connector labeled “DIMMB.”

DIMM A Connector

To install a memory module in the DIMM A connector:

1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 111.
2 Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 115).
3 Remove the keyboard (see "Keyboard" on page 124).
4 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.

NOTICE:

If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.

5 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:

NOTICE:

To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module

securing clips.
a

Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module

connector until the module pops up.

b

Remove the module from the connector.

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