Dell Inspiron 300m Owner's Manual - Page 102
Before You Add or Replace Parts, Adding Memory
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions on page 9. 1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and then shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 41). 3 Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. 4 Wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then disconnect any attached devices. 5 Remove any installed PC Cards and the battery. NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. Adding Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing a memory module on the system board. See "Memory" on page 116 for information on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to add only a memory module that is intended for your computer. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions on page 9. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 41). 3 If the computer is connected to the media base (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your media base for instructions. 4 Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. 5 Wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then disconnect any attached devices. 102 Adding and Replacing Pa rts