Dell Inspiron 8600 Owner's Manual page 118

Replace the cover.
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NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover
to close may damage your computer.
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer
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and an electrical outlet.
Turn on the computer.
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As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the
system configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click
Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.
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captive screw memory module cover