Installing The Processor; Memory Module; Removing Memory Module; Installing The Memory Module - Dell OptiPlex 3050 Small Form Factor Owner's Manual

Installing the processor

1 Align the processor with the socket keys.
2 Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the socket.
3 Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.
4 Close the processor shield by sliding it under the retention screw.
5 Lower the socket lever and push it under the tab to lock it.
6 Install the:
a heat sink assembly
b fan shroud
c optical drive
d 2.5–inch drive assembly
e cover
7 Follow the procedure in

Memory module

Removing memory module

1 Follow the procedure in
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
c fan shroud
3 To remove the memory module:
a Push the memory module retention tabs on both sides of the memory module.
b Lift the memory module from the memory module connector on the system board.

Installing the memory module

1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector.
2 Insert the memory module into the memory module socket.
3 Press the memory module until the memory module retention tabs click into place.
4 Install the:
a optical drive
b 2.5–inch drive assembly
c fan shroud
d bezel
24 Removing and installing components
After working inside your computer.
Before working inside your computer.