Dell Inspiron 13z (N301z, Mid 2010) User Manual
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Memory Module(s)
Dell™ Inspiron™ M301Z/N301Z Service Manual
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in the Setup Guide that shipped with your
computer or at support.dell.com/manuals for information on the memory supported by your computer.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM connectors that can be accessed from the bottom of your computer.
Removing the Memory Module(s)
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the battery (see
Removing the Battery
).
3.
Remove the module cover (see
Removing the Module Cover
).
4.
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the memory module pops up.
5.
Remove the memory module from the memory-module connector.
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
WARNING:
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.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see
Removing the Battery
) before working inside the
computer.
NOTE:
Memory modules purchased from Dell™ are covered under your computer warranty.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.
1 memory-module connector
2 securing clips (2)
3 memory module
CAUTION:
If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the lower connector before you install a memory
module in the upper connector.