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- Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Before You Begin: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- System Components: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, Modem, and Modules: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Color Insert Cover: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Hard Drive: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Bluetoothâ„¢ Card: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Fan: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Docking Doors: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Keyboard: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Display Assembly: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Video Card: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Palm Rest: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Microprocessor Module: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Flashing the BIOS: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Reserve Battery: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- System Board: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Speakers: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Base Latch: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
- Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, Modem, and Modules: Dell Inspiron 8500/8600 Service Manual
NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the module
and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.
6. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
7. Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates
the system configuration information.
Mini PCI Card
If you ordered a Mini PCI card at the same time that you ordered your computer, Dell
has already installed the card for you.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
instructions in your Owner's Manual.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your
computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch
any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by
touching an unpainted metal surface.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.
1. Follow the instructions in "
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Turn the computer over, and loosen the captive screw on the Mini PCI
card/modem cover.
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