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Memory Module(s)
Dell™ Latitude™ D520 Service Manual
Memory
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See the "Specifications" section in your User's Guide for
information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
The computer has two memory module connectors labeled "DIMM A" and "DIMM B." DIMM A is located on top of the system board (under the keyboard), and
DIMM B is located on the bottom of the system board under the memory module cover. If only one memory module is installed, it must be installed in DIMM A,
as configured from the factory. If you did not order additional memory, DIMM B is empty. Generally, if you add memory, you add by installing a memory module
in DIMM B. If you are upgrading memory, you may need to remove and install memory modules in both DIMM A and DIMM B, depending on the extent of the
upgrade.
DIMM A
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the hinge cover (see
Hinge Cover
).
3.
Remove the keyboard (see
Keyboard
).
4.
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
5.
If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
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.
NOTE:
Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before you service the computer.
NOTICE:
If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory- module securing clips.
1
memory module
2
securing clips (2)
NOTICE:
Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to prevent damage to the connector.
NOTE:
If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.