Dell Dimension 2400 Owner's Manual - Page 64

Adding Memory

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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Adding Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 70. Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 18). 2 Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now. NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack. 3 Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 4 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. 5 Remove the computer cover (see page 49). 6 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. memory connector closest to microprocessor securing clips (2) connector 64 Removing and Installing Parts

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Removing and Installing Parts
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Adding Memory
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For
information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory" on page 70.
Installing Memory
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
1
Shut down the computer through the
Start
menu (see page 18).
2
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and
attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn
them off now.
NOTICE:
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it
from the network wall jack.
3
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then
press the power button to ground the system board.
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet
before opening the cover.
5
Remove the computer cover (see page 49).
6
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
securing clips (2)
connector
memory connector closest
to microprocessor