Installing System Components 11316 Place the system upright on a flat surface.17 Reattach any peripherals and connect the system to an electrical outlet.18 Start up the system, press to enter the System Setup program,and check the System Memory setting on the main System Setup screen.The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newlyinstalled memory.19 If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may notbe installed properly. Repeat step 2 through step 18 of this procedure,checking to ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated intheir sockets.20 Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics. See "Running theSystem Diagnostics" on page 165.Removing Memory ModulesWARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after thesystem has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to coolbefore handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges andavoid touching the components on the memory module.CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized inyour product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone serviceand support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is notcovered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that camewith the product.CAUTION: To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must beinstalled in any memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-moduleblanks only if you intend to install memory in those sockets.1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnectthe system from the electrical outlet.2 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 85.3 Remove the expansion card stabilizer. See "Removing the Expansion CardStabilizer" on page 87.4 Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud" onpage 88.5 Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 6-1.Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
