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Memory

Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Service Manual

  Removing a Memory Module

  Adding a Memory Module

Removing a Memory Module

CAUTION: Use a wrist grounding strap as explained in "Precautionary Measures."

1. Press the securing clips outward simultaneously until the memory module disengages and pops out slightly from the socket.
   
   
2. Lift the module away from the socket.
   
   

Adding a Memory Module

1. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
   
   

Installing a Memory Module

1	cutouts (2)
2	connector
3	memory module
4	notch
5	securing clips (2)
6	memory connectors on system board

2. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
   
   

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the socket with equal force applied at each end of the module.

3. Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it fits into the vertical guides at each end of the connector. Press firmly on the ends of the module until it snaps into place.
   
   

If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.

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