Dell C8220 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Installing System Components 153
Removing Memory Modules
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized is not covered by
warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the
system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool
before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid
touching the components on the memory module.
1
Remove the sled from the enclosure. See "Removing a Sled" on page 133.
2
Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud" on
page 141.
3
Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 3-16.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure
not to touch the middle of the memory module. To avoid damaging components on
the memory module, remove only one memory module at a time.
4
Simultaneously press down and out on the ejectors at both ends of the
memory module socket until the module is released from the socket.
See Figure 3-16.
5
Lift the module out of the socket. See Figure 3-16.
Figure 3-16. Removing a Memory Module
1 memory module 2 memory module socket ejectors (2)
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