How to replace the Memory Modules on a Optiplex Micro 7050

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the Memory Modules and a Optiplex Micro 7050. The procedure will also include removing the Base Cover, System Fan and reinstalling them.

Removal

Base Cover

Align the system with the outline to enable the AR lock.

Identify the base cover highlighted in blue.

Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the cover to the system.

Slide and lift the cover to remove from the system.

System Fan

Identify the system fan highlighted in blue.

Press the blue tabs on both sides of the system fan to release.

Turn the system fan over to remove it from the system. The fan cable does not need to be unplugged.

Memory Modules

Identify the memory module highlighted in blue.

Separate the securing clips from the memory module until the memory module pops up.

Remove the memory module from the socket on the system board.

Install

Memory Modules

Identify the memory module location highlighted in blue.

Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the slot and slide the memory into the slot at an angle.

Press the memory module down until it clicks into place.

System Fan

Identify the system fan location highlighted in blue.

Install the system fan and slide the system fan until it clicks into place.

Base Cover

Identify the base cover location highlighted in blue.

Place the cover on the system and slide the cover until it clicks into place.

Tighten the thumb screw to secure the cover to the system.