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14 Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics. See
"Running the System Diagnostics" on
page 113
.
Removing Memory Modules
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. See your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety
precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
1
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical
outlet.
2 Open the system. See
"Opening the System" on page 43
.
3 Rotate the hard-drive carrier out of the system. See
"Rotating the Hard-Drive Carrier Out of the
System" on page 44
.
4 Locate the memory module sockets on the system board. See Figure 6-2.
CAUTION: The DIMMs are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time
for the DIMMs to cool before handling them. Handle the DIMMs by the card edges and avoid touching the DIMM
components.
5 Press down and out on the ejectors on each end of the socket until the memory module pops out of
the socket. See
Figure 3-23
.
6 Rotate the hard-drive carrier back into the system. See
"Rotating the Hard-Drive Carrier Into the
System" on page 46
.
7 Close the system. See
"Closing the System" on page 43.
8
Connect the power cable to the power supply and the power outlet.
System Battery
Replacing the System Battery
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. See your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety
precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
1 Enter the System Setup program and record the option settings on the System Setup screens. See
"Using the System Setup Program" on page 27
.
2
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical
outlet.
3 Open the system. See
"Opening the System" on page 43
.
4
See
Figure 6-2
for the location of the system battery and then remove any cables that block access to
the battery.
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