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Installing Memory Modules, Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive - back cover

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I hard-disk drive Figure 1-3. Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive Installing Memory Modules NOTE: Your computer has two memory module sockets. All Dell memory modules (except the 192-MB capacity module) can be installed in either socket. NOTICE: The 192-MB memory modules are socket-specific. Before installing a 192-MB memory module, refer to the markings on the memory module to determine which socket accepts the module. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" found in the "Safety Instructions" at the front of this guide. NOTICE: Do not install or remove a memory module when the computer is turned on, in standby mode, or in hibernate (save-to-disk suspend) mode. To install a memory module, perform the following steps: 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open application programs, and shut down the computer. 2. Remove all installed batteries and peripherals, and disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer. 3. Ground yourself by touching a metal input/output (I/O) connector on the back of the computer. 4. Turn the computer over as shown in Figure 1-4, remove the screws, and lift up the memory module cover. 1-6 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide

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Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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Figure 1-3.
Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive
Installing Memory Modules
NOTE: Your computer has two memory module sockets. All Dell memory modules
(except the 192-MB capacity module) can be installed in either socket.
NOTICE: The 192-MB memory modules are socket-specific. Before install-
ing a 192-MB memory module, refer to the markings on the memory
module to determine which socket accepts the module.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read “Protecting Against
Electrostatic Discharge” found in the “Safety Instructions” at the front of
this guide.
NOTICE: Do not install or remove a memory module when the computer is
turned on, in standby mode, or in hibernate (save-to-disk suspend) mode.
To install a memory module, perform the following steps:
1.
Save and close any open files, exit any open application programs, and shut down
the computer.
2.
Remove all installed batteries and peripherals, and disconnect the AC adapter
cable from the computer.
3.
Ground yourself by touching a metal input/output (I/O) connector on the back of
the computer.
4.
Turn the computer over as shown in Figure 1-4, remove the screws, and lift up
the memory module cover.
hard-disk drive