Dell Latitude D500: Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices
Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices : Dell Latitude D500
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Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices
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Memory Module
Mini PCI Card
Devices
Memory Module
1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the memory module cover, and lift the cover.
3. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.
a. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
b. Remove the module from the connector.
CAUTION: BeforeworkinginsideyourDell™computer,readthesafetyinstructionsinyourSystem 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: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the memory module.
NOTICE: Handle memory modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on a module.
4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
a. Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector.
b. Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you feel a click. If you do not feel the click, remove the
module and reinstall it.
5. Replace the cover and screw.
6. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
7. Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.
Mini PCI Card
If you ordered a Mini PCI card at the same time that you ordered your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you.
1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
2. Turn the computer over, and loosen the captive screw on the Mini PCI card cover.
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM (Slot 1)" before you install a
module in the connector labeled "JDIM2."
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does not boot. No error message indicates this failure.
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.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your System 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.
3. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation, lift up the cover, and slide the cover open.
4. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step5. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:
a. Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables.
b. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the securing clips until the card pops up slightly.
c. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
5. Slide the new Mini PCI card firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you feel a click. If you do not feel the click, remove the card and
reinstall it.
6. Connect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card to the antenna connectors on the computer.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the memory module.
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antenna cables
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antenna connectors on card (2)
7. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree angle.
8. Continue lowering the Mini PCI card until it snaps into the inner tabs of the connector.
9. Replace the cover.
Devices
Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay. However, the device security screw is not installed in the optical drive but packaged
separately. When you install your device in the module bay, you can install the device security screw.
If the Device Security Screw Is Not Installed
1. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.
2. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay.
If the Device Security Screw Is Installed
1. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.
NOTICE: Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the computer.
NOTE: You do not need to install the device security screw unless you want to secure the module inside the computer for security purposes.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or
placing heavy objects on top of them.
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device latch release
NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or
placing heavy objects on top of them.
2. Close the display and turn the computer over.
3. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the M2 x 3-mm screw from the bottom of the computer.
4. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.
5. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay.
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M2 x 3-mm screw
Оглавление
- Dell™Latitude™D500ServiceManual
- Before You Begin
- Flashing the BIOS
- Bluetooth™Card
- Microprocessor Module
- Display Assembly and Display Latch
- Docking Doors
- Fan
- Hard Drive
- Keyboard
- Base Latch
- Modem
- Palm Rest
- Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
- Reserve Battery
- Speakers
- System Board
- System Components
- Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
- Memory Module, Mini PCI Card, and Devices
