Replacing The Memory Module - Lenovo ThinkCentre M53 User Manual

• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 109.

Replacing the memory module

Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Read
this first: Important safety information" on page v.
To replace the memory module, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 89.
3. Locate the memory slot. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 6.
4. Open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot.
Figure 41. Removing the memory module
5. Insert the notched end
firmly and pivot the memory module until it snaps into place. Make sure that the memory module is
secured in the slot and does not move easily.
Figure 42. Installing the memory module
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 109.
2 of the new memory module into the slot 1 . Press the memory module
.
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