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Memory
Dell™ Latitude™ D531 Service Manual
Removing a Memory Module
Replacing a Memory Module
Your Dell computer is equipped with two memory slots/connectors, DIMM A and DIMM B. DIMM A (located under the keyboard) holds the primary memory
module as configured from the factory. DIMM B (located on the bottom of the computer) holds any additional memory you may have ordered. If you did not
order additional memory, DIMM B is empty.
You can increase your computer memory by installing additional memory modules. For information on the memory supported by your computer, see
"Specifications" in your
User's Guide
. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
Generally, when adding a single memory module, install the additional memory module in DIMM B. If you are upgrading the memory, you may need to install
memory modules in both DIMM A and DIMM B, depending on the extent of the upgrade.
Removing a Memory Module
DIMM A Connector
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before Working Inside Your Computer
.
2.
Remove the hinge cover (see
Removing the Hinge Cover
).
3.
Remove the keyboard (see
Removing the Keyboard
).
4.
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the metal clips securing each end of the memory module until the module pops up.
5.
Remove the memory module from the connector at a 45-degree angle.
DIMM B Connector
NOTICE:
If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in DIMM A before you install a module in DIMM B.
NOTE:
Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
CAUTION:
Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface, such
as the back panel on the computer.
NOTICE:
If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.
NOTICE:
To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools of any kind to spread the metal clips that secure the module.
1
memory module
2
metal retention clips (2)
