Installing The Memory Modules - Dell XPS 8940 Service Manual

Steps
1. Lay the chassis on the right side.
2. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing-clips on each end of the memory-module slot.
3. Grasp the memory module near the securing clip, and then gently ease the memory module out of the memory-module slot.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the
components on the memory module.
NOTE: Repeat step 2 to step 3 to remove any other memory modules installed in your computer.
NOTE: Note the slot and the orientation of the memory module in order to replace it in the correct slot.
NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from
the slot.

Installing the memory modules

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the memory modules and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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