Dell Inspiron 8000 - Manual (Page 56)

56 Adding Parts
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NOTICE: To prevent damage to the computer, do not use tools to spread the
inner metal tabs of the connector when you are installing or removing a
memory module.
6 If you are replacing a memory module, you must remove the existing
module:
a Use your fingernails to carefully spread apart the inner metal tabs
of the memory module connector.
The module should pop up.
b Lift the memory module away from the connector.
7 Install the memory module:
HINT: If the memory
module is not installed
properly, the computer
will not boot. No error
message indicates this
failure.
a Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the
connector.
b Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate
the module down until you hear a click.
memory
module
securing
clip