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Memory Module and Modem

Dell Inspiron™ 6000 Service Manual

  Memory Module

  Modem


Memory Module

Removing a Memory Module

CAUTION: Before you perform the following procedures, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor by its edges, not by its pins.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
NOTE: To get maximum performance\dual-channel memory bandwidth capability, both memory module connectors must contain memory modules and the modules must be of the same size and configuration.
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws from the memory module cover, and remove the cover.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, use your fingers instead of a tool to spread the clips that secure the memory module.
  1. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.

NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
    1. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.

    1. Remove the module from the connector at a 45-degree angle.

Replacing a Memory Module

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memory module

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securing clips (2 per connector)

NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer will not boot.
NOTE: To get maximum performance\dual-channel memory bandwidth capability, both memory module connectors must contain memory modules and the modules must be of the same size and configuration.
  1. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:

    1. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.

    1. Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.

  1. Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.

NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the memory module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.

  1. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.

  2. Turn on the computer.

As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.

Modem

CAUTION: Before you perform the following procedures, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.

Removing the Modem

  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws from the modem cover, and remove the cover.

  3. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that secures the modem to the system board.

  4. Pull the tab to disconnect the modem from the connector on the system board.

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M2 x 3-mm screw

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system board connector

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modem

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modem cable

NOTE: Do not disconnect the modem cable from the system board.
  1. Disconnect the modem cable from the modem.

Replacing the Modem

  1. Connect the modem cable to the modem.

  2. Connect the modem to the system board.

Align the connector on the bottom of the modem with the system board connector and press down on the right side of the modem.

  1. Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw.

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