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Memory Module and Modem

Dell™ Latitude™ D410 Service Manual

  Memory Module

  Modem



Memory Module

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located 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.
NOTE: Only DDR2 memory dimms fit and can be used in this computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.

Your computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets, one accessed from beneath the keyboard (DIMM A), and the other accessed from the bottom of the computer (DIMM B).

NOTE: If your computer has only one memory module, install the memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A."

Removing the Memory Module from DIMM A

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

  2. Remove the center control cover.

  3. Remove the keyboard.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
NOTE: If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing 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.

  2. Remove the module from the connector.

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memory module

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securing clips (2 per connector)

NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM A" before you install a module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.

Replacing the Memory Module in DIMM A

  1. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:

    1. Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.

    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 keyboard.

  2. Replace the center control cover.

Removing the Memory Module from DIMM B

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

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

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
NOTE: If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing 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.

  2. Remove the module from the connector.

NOTE: The BIOS daughter card may not be present in all computers.

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memory module

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securing clips (2 per connector)

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BIOS daughter card (may not be present in all computers)

Replacing the Memory Module in DIMM B

  1. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:

    1. Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.

    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.

NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. No error message indicates this failure.
  1. Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.

NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the 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

Removing the Modem

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located 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 by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."

  2. Remove the center control cover.

  3. Remove the keyboard.

  4. Remove the metal shield that covers the modem:

    1. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.

    1. Lift the shield on the side near the screw hole, slide the shield tabs out from under the edge of the computer base, and lay the shield aside.

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captive screw (2)

  1. Remove the screw that attaches the modem.

  2. Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of the modem connector on the system board, and disconnect the modem cable.

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modem cable

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modem screw

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modem

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modem connector on system board

Replacing the Modem

  1. Connect the modem cable to the modem.

NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.
  1. Align the modem with the modem-screw hole and press the modem into the modem connector on the system board.

  2. Install the modem screw to secure the modem to the system board.

  3. Replace the modem cover.


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