Dell Latitude D810 - Manual (Page 91)

1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
2. Turn off your computer .
3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
4. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
5. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
6. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.
7. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.
8. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.
9. Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed.
10. Remove the hard drive .
Memory
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See " Specifications " for information on the memory supported by
your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
The computer has two memory slots, DIMM A and DIMM B. DIMM A (located under the keyboard) holds the basic memory module as configured from the factory.
If you did not order additional memory, DIMM B (located on the bottom of the computer under the memory module cover) will be empty. Generally, if you are
adding memory, you will install a memory module in DIMM B. If you are upgrading memory, you may need to install memory in DIMM A and B depending on the
extent of the upgrade.
Memory Module DIMM B
1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."
2. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws from the memory module cover, and then remove the cover.
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NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network device.
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.