Memory: Dell Latitude E4300 Service Manual
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NOTE:
From the underside of the computer, the DIMM B socket is uppermost and DIMM A is closest to the system
board.
1. Ground yourself by touching a metal part in the computer chassis.
2. Remove the memory module from its anti-static packaging.
3. Grasping the module at the side edges, align the slot in the module edge connector with the key in the socket
connector.
4. Slide the memory module into the socket connector at a 30-degree angle until it is fully seated.
5. Push the long edge of the memory module down until the retaining clips lock the module into place.
NOTE:
If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message
indicates this failure.
6. Replace the memory cover and tighten the captive screws.
NOTICE:
If the cover is difficult to close, remove the memory module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to
close may damage your computer.
7. Follow the instructions in
After Working on Your Computer
.
Verifying Memory Capacity
1. Set the computer upright and open the display.
2. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system
configuration information. Verify that the memory capacity shown on the display is what is expected.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
In the Microsoft
®
Windows Vista
®
operating system
, click
Start
®
Help and Support
®
Computer Information
.
In the
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP
operating system, right-click the
My Computer
icon on your desktop, and then select
Properties
®
General
.
