Dell XPS M1210 - Replacing the Memory Module(S)

c. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
d. Remove the module from the connector at a 45-degree angle.
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
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1. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
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.
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2. For the memory module in the "DIMM A" connector, replace the keyboard and then replace the hinge cover.
For the memory module in the "DIMM B" connector, replace the memory module cover and tighten the captive screw.
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3. Insert the battery into the battery bay, and connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
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4. 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, click Start® Help and Support® Dell System Information.
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securing clips (2)
NOTE: If a memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
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.
NOTE: Since the computer operating system reserves some memory for system files and activities, the amount of available memory that is displayed will
be less than the total memory installed. If you install two 2-GBmemorymodulesforatotalof4GB,thememorytotalisreportedasbeinglessthan4GB
in the system setup program and by the Microsoft®Windows®operating system.