Dell Precision 350 User Manual

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Removing a Memory Module

1.

 

Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

2.

 

Grasp the module and pull up.

 

If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector.

Installing a Memory Module

1.

 

Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.

 

 

2.

 

Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.

 

3.

 

Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it fits into the vertical guides at each end of the connector. Press firmly on the ends

of the module until it snaps into place.

 

If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.

4.

 

Close the computer cover

.

 

5.

 

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

6.

 

Press <F2> to enter system setup and check the value for System Memory.

 

The computer should have changed the value of System Memory to reflect the newly installed memory. Verify the new total. If it is correct, skip to

step 9

.

7.

 

If the memory total is incorrect, turn off and disconnect your computer and devices from electrical outlets.

8.

 

Open the computer cover and check the installed memory modules to ensure that they are seated properly in their sockets. Then repeat steps 4, 5, and

6.

9.

 

When the System Memory total is correct, press <Esc> to exit system setup.

10.

 

Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the memory modules are operating properly.

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1

cutouts (2)

2

connector

3

memory module

4

notch

5

securing clips (2)

NOTICE:

To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the socket with equal force applied at each end of the module.

NOTICE:

To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

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