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Dell Latitude E6400 RAM Replacement

Introduction

Because the latitude E6400 has just one screw to remove to access the upgradable guts, this process takes no more than 5 minutes to do. It's also very easy.

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What you need

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    • Simultaneously slide the battery latches (outlined by the red box) to the dock connector in the middle.

    • This will release the battery. Just slide the battery away from the computer.

    • Open up the computer and press and hold the power button for 5 seconds. This drains any power left inside the computer.

    • This is important, as if electricity remains in the notebook, it can shock you and damage the logic board.

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    • Loosen the center screw with a philips screw driver. This is the only screw that needs to be loosened.

    • It can't be removed as it is captive the the bottom plate.

    • Now slide the plate away from the dock connector.

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    • Locate the RAM slot.

    • the system can hold 2 RAM modules.

    • This unit has 1 module. It is a 1GB one.

    • Push the metal spreaders (shown in the blue rectangle) straight away from the RAM module.

    • The RAM module should pop up to a 45 degree angle.

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    • Pull the RAM module straight out from the way it was raised. (Once it pops up to a 45 degree angle, pull it straight out from its current position).

    • Insert the new RAM into the empty slot, ensuring that the notch in the RAM lines up with the slot (see picture).

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    • Slide the bottom plate on.

    • Slide it to the rear of the notebook. (battery compartment)

    • tighten the screw.

    • Do not over-tighten. Doing so will strip the screw.

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    • Slide the battery in until it clicks.

    • Press the power button.

    • AND it works.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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9 Comments

I assume that in Step 4, you install the new memory modules

Peter Bourke - Reply

When/how to fit the new memory modules is unclear. I have a blue flashing A light and can't start up. Looking for solutions.

Linda - Reply

It would be helpful to add a link to troubleshooting info here

Linda - Reply

Instead of "assuming" why not READ all of Step 4; especially the second paragraph, which states: "Insert the new RAM into the empty slot, ensuring that the notch in the RAM lines up with the slot (see picture)."

Nadaword - Reply

In my case, I needed to add a second memory board (2nd memory slot). If possible, would be interesting to have this additional step included in the guide.

Pedro Pontes - Reply

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