Installing Memory Modules - Dell E36S Series Owner's Manual

Installing memory modules

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow
the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
1. Ensure that you follow the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
NOTE: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the
memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the
components or metallic contacts on the memory module.
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do not bend
or flex the memory module; insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.
2. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module
in the socket.
NOTE: The alignment key allows you to install the memory module in the socket in only one orientation.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory
module evenly.
3. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the socket levers firmly click into place.
Figure 35. Installing the memory module
a. memory module
b. alignment key
c. memory module socket ejector (2)
Safety instructions on page 42.
Before working inside your system on page 43.
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