Dell DCNE Personal Computer User Manual


 
294 Memory
4
Remove the memory module. If you are replacing a memory module, see "Installing Memory" on
page 294.
5
If you are using:
a desktop computer: replace the optical drive (see "Installing an Optical Drive" on page 116).
a small form factor computer: first replace the floppy drive or media card reader (see "Installing a
Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader" on page 220) and then replace the optical drive (see
"Installing an Optical Drive" on page 216).
6
Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 297).
Installing Memory
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product
Information Guide
.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your
body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted
metal surface on the computer chassis.
NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 19.
2
If you are using:
a desktop computer: remove the optical drive (see "Removing an Optical Drive" on page 115).
a small form factor computer: first remove the optical drive (see "Removing an Optical Drive" on
page 215) and then remove the floppy drive or media card reader (see "Removing a Floppy Drive
or Media Card Reader" on page 217).
3
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
1 securing clip (2) 2 memory module