User's Manual

Adding and Replacing Parts 161
FILE LOCATI ON: S:\SYSTEMS\Pebble\UG\A00\English\r_r.fm
DELL CONFI DENTI AL – PRELI MI NARY 1/29/03 – FOR PROOF ONLY
a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the
connector slot.
b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and
rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel
the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
NOTE: If the memory
module is not installed
properly, the computer
may not boot properly. No
error message indicates
this failure.
5
Insert the 3 securing tabs on the DIMM1 cover into the notches above
the memory module connector and tighten the captive screws.
NOTI CE: If the DIMM1 cover is difficult to replace, remove the module and
reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.
6
Replace the keyboard.
7 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to
your computer and an electrical outlet.
8 Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically
updates the system configuration information.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
• In Windows XP, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and
then click Computer Information.
• In Windows 2000, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop,
and then click the General tab.
Adding a M odem
If you ordered the optional modem at the same time that you ordered your
computer, Dell installed the modem for you.
CAUTI ON: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information in your
System I nformation Guide .
NOTI CE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching
pins and contacts.
1
Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
2 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and then shut
down the computer.