Dell Inspiron 5100 Owner's Manual page 101

NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
3
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the
a
memory module connector until the module pops up.
Remove the module from the connector.
b
securing clips
Ground yourself and install the new memory module.
4
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
Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module
b
down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and
reinstall it.
memory module
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