Dell Inspiron 8600 Owner's Manual page 80

9 Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
NOTE:
If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error
message indicates this failure.
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.
a
NOTICE:
outer edge.
Holding the shorter, notched ends of the module, slide the edge of the module firmly into
b
the connector, and rotate the module down until you feel a click. If you do not feel the
click, remove the module and reinstall it.
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Adding and Replacing Parts
Only hold the module by the shorter, notched ends. Do not push on the longer,