Removing Media Bay Devices; Memory Modules; Removing The Memory Module Cover - Dell Inspiron 8100 Service Manual

Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 8100
NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and
remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

Removing Media Bay Devices

1. Follow the instructions in
2. Close the display, turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface, and remove the main
battery.
3. Remove the device from the media bay.
4. Push the module latch toward the right side of the computer. Keep holding the latch open while
pulling the device out of the media bay with the other hand.

Memory Modules

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and attached devices from electrical outlets and remove any
installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid possible damage to the memory module from ESD, ground yourself by using
a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface on the
computer.

Removing the Memory Module Cover

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you
service the computer.
NOTICE: Make sure that the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer
cover.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules with care. Do not touch the components on a module. Hold
a module by its edges.
1. Follow the instructions in
2. Remove the screw.
3. Disengage the metal tabs at the opposite end of the cover.
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