Dell Inspiron 5490 Service Manual - Page 17

Installing the memory module

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2. With the memory module visible, use your fingertips to spread apart the securing clips on the memory-module slot until the memory module pops up. 3. Slide and remove the memory module from the memory-module slot. Installing the memory module Prerequisites If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure. About this task The following image indicates the location of the memory module and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure. Steps 1. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot. 2. Slide the memory module firmly into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it clicks into place. NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it. 3. Cover the memory module with the Mylar. Removing and installing components 17

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2.
With the memory module visible, use your fingertips to spread apart the securing clips on the memory-module slot until the memory
module pops up.
3.
Slide and remove the memory module from the memory-module slot.
Installing the memory module
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the memory module and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1.
Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot.
2.
Slide the memory module firmly into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it clicks into place.
NOTE:
If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it.
3.
Cover the memory module with the Mylar.
Removing and installing components
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