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Memory Module(s)
Dell Inspiron M5040/15-N5040/15-N5050 Owner's Manual
Removing the Memory Module(s)
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See the
Specifications
at
support.dell.com/manuals
for
information on the type of memory supported by your computer.
Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and 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
.
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 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 best
practices 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 metal
surface (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 the computer.
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 module
CAUTION:
If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you
install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B."
