Addressing Memory Configurations; Installing Memory - Dell XPS 710 Owner's Manual

A matched pair of modules in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 (white securing
clips)
NOTICE: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that
you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module.
Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. You should install your original memory modules in pairs either in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 or DIMM
connectors 3 and 4.
NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty.

Addressing Memory Configurations

If you are using a 32-bit operating system such as Microsoft
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, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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. Follow the procedures in Before You
2. Remove the computer cover (see
3. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
1 memory connector closest to processor
4. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
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Windows XP, your computer will support a maximum of 4 GB of memory. If you are using a 64-
Begin.
Removing the Computer Cover).
2 securing clips (2) 3 memory connector
B matched pair of memory modules in DIMM connectors 3 and 4 (black securing
clips)