Dell Vostro 1400 (Mid 2007) - Manual (Page 22)

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Intel® Turbo Memory
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1420/Dell Vostro™ 1400
Service Manual
Removing the FCM
Replacing the FCM
The Intel Turbo Memory also called Flash Cache Module (FCM), is an internal flash drive that helps improve the performance of your computer.
Removing the FCM
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin .
2. Remove the keyboard cover (see Removing the Keyboard Cover ).
3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard ).
4. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
5. Remove the screw securing the FCM to the system board.
6. Lift the card out of its connector.
Replacing the FCM
1. Connect the FCM to the connector on the system board.
2. Tighten the screw securing the FCM to the system board.
NOTE: This card is only compatible with the Windows Vista™ operating system.
NOTE: If you ordered a Intel Turbo Cache Memory with your computer, the card is already installed.
NOTE: WWAN card and FCM share the same slot. You can install only one card at a time.
NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.
1 antenna cables 2 screw
NOTICE: When installing this card, ensure the two antenna cables are not under the card. The antenna cables are designed to lay alongside the
FCM and into the protective sleeve. Installing the card on top of these antenna cables may cause damage to your computer.
NOTICE: Install the FCM in the WWAN slot. Do not install an FCM in the WLAN card slot. Doing so may cause damage to your computer.