Prerequisites
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components on the memory module.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system:
Power off the system and all attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
Remove the front system cover.
Remove the rear system cover.
Remove the air shroud.
Removing a memory module:
Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on either card edge, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module. To avoid damaging components on the memory module, remove only one memory module at a time.
To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of the memory module socket.
Lift the memory module out of the socket by holding the memory module only by its edges.
Installing a memory module:
Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
Push out the ejectors on each end of the memory module socket.
Align the memory module correctly with the alignment key of the memory module socket.
Simultaneously press down firmly on both ends of the memory module with your thumbs until the module snaps into place.
CAUTION: Even pressure during insertion must be applied at both ends of the module simultaneously to prevent damage to the socket. No pressure should be applied to the center of the module.
Complete the latching of the module into the socket by applying inward pressure to the socket ejectors to ensure that the ejectors are in a locked position. When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the ejectors on the memory module socket align with the ejectors on other identical sockets that have memory modules installed.
Install the air shroud.
Install the sled into the chassis.
Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system:
Install the rear system cover.
Install the front system cover.
If applicable, install the system into the rack.
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
Turn on the attached peripherals and then turn on the system.
To enter System Setup, press F2 and check the System Memory setting.
If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated in the sockets.
Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics.
