Dell Latitude D610 Service Manual - Page 42

Back to Contents Page Memory Module, Modem, and Devices Dell™ Latitude™ D610 Service Manual Memory Module Modem Devices Memory Module CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface. NOTE: You can only use DDR2 memory modules in your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, one accessed from beneath the keyboard (DIMM A), and the other accessed from the bottom of the computer (DIMM B). Removing the Memory Module From DIMM A 1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Remove the center control cover (see "Removing the Center Control Cover"). 3. Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard"). 1 memory module (DIMM A) NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module. NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module. NOTE: If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. 4. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. 5. Remove the module from the connector.