Be sure to read and follow the safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. For more information about safety guidelines, see the owner's manual at Dell.com/Support. Before you begin, turn off the computer and disconnect all the attached peripherals.
To remove the memory module, loosen the two screws at the rear of the base cover. Remove the seven other screws and pry the cover off the system to remove it. Find the battery cable and remove the piece of tape. Unplug the cable. Identify the memory module and remove the piece of tape. Unlatch and lift the module out of the system.
To reinstall the memory module, place it back in the system. Re-latch it and reattach the piece of tape. Plug in the battery cable and reattach the piece of tape. Place the base cover back on the system and secure it with the nine total screws. For more information about your Dell system, visit Dell.com/Support.
