Dell Inspiron 1425 Service Manual

Also see for Inspiron 1425: Setup guide

Contents

Memory 236Memory Module(s)WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety informationthat shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on yourcomputer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered byyour warranty.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wristgrounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as aconnector on your computer).CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery(see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer.You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules onthe system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup Guide for information onthe type of memory supported by your computer.NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under yourcomputer warranty.Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM sockets, labeled DIMM Aand DIMM B, that can be accessed from the bottom of the computer.Removing the Memory Module(s)1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15).3 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" onpage 17).CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use toolsto spread the memory module securing clips.4 Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each endof the memory-module connector until the module pops up.5 Remove the memory module(s) from the memory-module connector.