Dell Inspiron M5030 Service Manual

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Back to Contents PageMemory Module(s)Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service ManualRemoving the Memory Module(s)Replacing the Memory Module(s)You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" in your Setup Guide for information on thetype of memory supported by your computer.Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM connectors.Removing the Memory Module(s)1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).4. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory-module connector until the memory module pops up.5. Remove the memory module from the memory-module connector.Replacing the Memory Module(s)1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety bestpractices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.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: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metalsurface (such as a connector on your computer).CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside thecomputer.NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell™ are covered under your computer warranty.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory-module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2)3 memory moduleCAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before youinstall a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B."