66 Removing and Installing Parts
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Removing Memory
  CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the 
Product Information Guide.
 
NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty.
1
Shut down the computer through the 
Start
 menu (see page 18).
2
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and 
attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn 
them off now.
  NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it 
from the network wall jack.
3
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then 
press the power button to ground the system board.
  CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet 
before opening the cover.
5
Remove the computer cover (see page 49).
6
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
7
Grasp the module and pull up.
If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from 
the connector.
Replacing the Battery
  CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the 
Product Information Guide.
A coin-cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. The battery can 
last several years.
If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace 
the battery.
  CAUTION: A new battery can explode if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the 3-V CR2032 battery only 
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according 
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1
Record all the screens in the system setup program (see page 74) so that you can restore the 
correct settings when your perform step 11. 
2
Shut down the computer through the 
Start
 menu (see page 18).