Removing The Memory Module Cover; Memory Modules; Removing The Memory Modules - Dell Inspiron 4150 Owner's Manual

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Memory Modules, Mini PCI Card, and Modem
Dell™ Inspiron™ 4150
Memory Modules
Mini PCI Card
Modem

Memory Modules

Removing the Memory Module Cover

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the
1. Turn the computer over and release the two captive screws from the cover.
2. Remove the M2.5 x 12-mm screw labeled "circle K" from the cover. (This screw is also one of the five keyboard screws.)
3. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift and slide the cover open.
1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw (1)
2 captive screws (2)

Removing the Memory Modules

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the
1. Remove the memory module
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module.
2. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the inner tabs on each end of the memory module connector.
The module pops up.
Computer" before performing the following procedure.
Computer" before performing the following procedure.
cover.