Removing And Replacing Memory Module(S) - Dell Alienware Area-51 Manual

Removing and Replacing Memory Module(s)

1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page
2. Open the side panel (see "Opening and Closing the Side Panel" on page
3. Locate the memory module connectors on the system board (see "Inside
View of Your Computer" on page 39).
CAUTION: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal
operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them.
NOTE: For better access to memory module(s), remove the graphics card
if the card is full length.
4. Spread apart the securing clips at both ends of the memory module
connector.
5. Lift the memory module off the memory module connector. If the memory
module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and
forth to remove it from the memory module connector.
To replace memory module(s):
1. Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the
memory module connector.
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1 memory module connector
2 tab
3 notch
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