Installing Memory - Dell OptiPlex 960 Service Manual

If you are using a 32-bit operating system such as Microsoft
64-bit operating system, your computer will support a maximum of 8 GB (2-GB DIMMs in each of the four slots) of memory.

Installing Memory

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional
safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to internal components, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
1. Perform the procedure Before Working on Your
2. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
1 processor 2
3 securing clips (2) 4
3. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
1 cutouts (2) 2 memory module
3 notch 4 crossbar in the connector
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of
the module.
4. Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into position.
If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.
5. Perform the procedure After Working on Your
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.
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Windows® Vista®, your computer will support a maximum of 4 GB of memory. If you are using a
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memory slots
system board memory slot
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