Dell Inspiron 14 (1440, Mid 2009) User Manual
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Memory Module(s)
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1440 Service Manual
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup Guide for information on the
memory supported by your computer.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, DIMM A and DIMM B, accessed from the bottom of the computer.
Removing the Memory Module(s)
1.
Follow the procedures 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 module pops up.
5.
Remove the memory module from the memory module connector.
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
1.
Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory module connector.
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:
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 the back of the computer).
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 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 connector labeled "DIMM A" before you
install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B."