Adding Memory; Installing Memory - Dell Dimension 2400 Series Owner's Manual

Adding Memory

You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For
information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 70.

Installing Memory

CAUTION:
Product Information Guide.
1
Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 18).
2
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and
attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn
them off now.
NOTICE:
from the network wall jack.
3
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then
press the power button to ground the system board.
CAUTION:
before opening the cover.
5
Remove the computer cover (see page 49).
6
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
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Removing and Installing Parts
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet
memory connector closest
to microprocessor
securing clips (2)
connector