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Inspiron 3880 Service Manual

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Removing the memory modules

Prerequisites

  1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
  2. Remove the left-side cover.

About this task

CAUTION:To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components on the memory module.

The following image(s) indicate the location of the memory modules and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Removing the memory modules

Steps

  1. Lay the computer with its right side facing down.
  2. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing-clips on each end of the memory-module slot.
  3. Grasp the memory module near the securing clip, and then gently ease the memory module out of the memory-module slot.
    NOTE:Repeat step 2 to step 3 to remove any other memory modules installed in your computer.
    NOTE:Note the slot and the orientation of the memory module in order to install the replacement in the correct slot.
    NOTE:If the memory module is difficult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and forth to remove it from the slot.
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