18 | Replacing the Memory Module(s)
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After
Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Procedure
CAUTION: If the memory module is not installed correctly, your computer may
not boot.
CAUTION: If you remove the original memory module(s) from your computer
during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new module(s) that you
may have, even if you purchased the new module(s) from Dell. If possible, do not
pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your
computer may not start properly.
The recommended memory configurations are:
matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 and another
matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 3 and 4.
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