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Dell™Vostro™1710
Service Manual
Removing a Memory Module
Replacing a Memory Module
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, both accessed from the bottom of the computer.
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup and Quick Reference Guide for
information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
Removing a Memory Module
1. Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
2. Turn the computer upside down.
3. Loosen the eight screws that secure the memory cover.
4. Remove the memory cover and set it aside.
5. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the memory module pops up.
6. Remove the memory module from the connector.
Replacing a Memory Module
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 that shipped with your computer.
1
memory cover
2
screws (8)
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.
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securing clips (2)
2
memory module
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.