Dell Inspiron 620s Service Manual - Page 29

Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Dell™ Inspiron™ 620s Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Locate the memory module(s) on the system board (see System Board Components). 4. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 memory module connector 2 securing clips (2) 5. Grasp the memory module and pull it upwards. If the memory module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from the connector. Replacing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION: Do not install ECC or DDR3U memory modules. CAUTION: If you remove the original memory module(s) from your computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new memory module(s) that you may have, even if you purchased the new memory module(s) from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. 3. Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab in the memory module connector.