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Dell Vostro 500 Memory Module Replacement

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Time Required: 5 - 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
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Dell Vostro 500 Memory Module Replacement

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In this guide, will be showing you how to remove and replace the Memory Module.

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    1. Dell Vostro 500 Memory Module Replacement, Removing the Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Slide the battery release latch toward the side of the computer until it is engaged.

      • Slide the battery out of the bay.

      • If this is all you are doing Follow Step In Reverse if not Go to Next Step.

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    1. Dell Vostro 500 Memory Module Replacement, Removing the Cover: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Turn the computer upside-down, loosen the eight captive screws on the cover and remove the cover.

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    2. Dell Vostro 500 Memory Module Replacement, Popping up the Memory Module: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.

      • NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

      • Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.

      • Remove the module from the connector.

      • If this is all you are doing Follow Step In Reverse if not Go to Next Step.

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