XPS 8940 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

The following images indicate the location of the memory modules and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the memory modules

Steps

  1. Lay the chassis on the right side.
  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.
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components on the memory module.
    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 replace it 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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