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Replacing Memory Module(s)

Dell Studio XPS™ 435MT Service Manual

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
   
   
3. Locate the memory modules on the system board (see System Board Components).
   
   
4. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
   

   
   
   

1

securing clip

2

memory module connector

5. Grasp the module and pull it upwards.
   
   

If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector.

CAUTION: Do not install ECC memory modules.

CAUTION: If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell™. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. The recommended memory configurations are: Matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1, 2, and 3. or Matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 1, 2, and 3 and another matched memory modules installed in DIMM connectors 4, 5, and 6.

NOTE: If you install mixed pairs of PC3-10600 (DDR3 1333-MHz) and PC3-8500 (DDR3 1066-MHz) memory, the modules function at the speed of the slowest module installed.

6. Ensure that you install a single memory module in DIMM connector 1, the second closest connector to the processor, before you install modules in any other connector.
   
   

1

matched memory modules in connectors DIMM_1, DIMM_2, and DIMM_3

2

matched memory modules in connectors DIMM_4, DIMM_5, and DIMM_6

7. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the tab on the memory module connector.
   

   
   
   

1	cutouts (2)	2	memory module
3	notch	4	tab on the memory module connector

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module.

8. Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into position.
   
   

If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.

9. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
   
   
10. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
    
    
11. If a message appears stating that memory size has changed, press <F1> to continue.
    
    
12. Log on to your computer.
    
    
13. Right-click the My Computer icon on your Microsoft^®Windows^® desktop and click Properties.
    
    
14. Click the General tab.
    
    
15. To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.
    
    

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