Dell OptiPlex 7010 Small Form Factor Desktop Computer - Manual (Page 55)

Memory
Removing the memory
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer .
2. Remove the side cover .
3. Remove the front bezel .
4. Remove the 2.5-inch hard drive if applicable.
5. Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive if applicable.
6. Remove the disk-drive cage .
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the memory modules and provides a visual representation of the removal
procedure.
Steps
1. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing-clips on each end of the memory-module slot.
2. Grasp the memory module near the securing clip, and then gently ease the memory module out of the memory-module slot.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch
the components on the memory module.
NOTE: Repeat step 1 to step 2 to remove any other memory modules installed in your computer.
NOTE: Note the slot and the orientation of the memory module in order to replace it in the correct slot.
NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from
the slot.
Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) 55