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Memory Module and Mini PCI Card

Dell™ Latitude™ X200 Service Manual

  Memory Module

  Mini PCI Card

Memory Module

Removing the Memory Module Cover

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.

NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.

1. If the computer is docked, undock it.
   
   
2. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the memory module cover, and lift the cover.
   
   

1	captive screw
2	memory module cover

Removing the Memory Module

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.

1. Use your fingertips to spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector.
   
   

The module should pop up.

2. Remove the module from the connector.
   
   

1	memory module
2	securing clips (2)

Replacing the Memory Module

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.
      
      
   2. Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you hear a click. If you do not hear 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.

2. Replace the memory module cover and tighten the captive screw.
   
   

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	captive screw
2	memory module cover

3. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
   
   
4. Turn on the computer.
   
   

As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information.

Mini PCI Card

Removing the Mini PCI Card Cover

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.

NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure.

1. If the computer is docked, undock it.
   
   
2. Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card cover, and lift the cover.
   
   

1	captive screw
2	Mini PCI card cover

Removing the Mini PCI Card

1. Disconnect the antenna cable from the Mini PCI card.
   
   
2. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.
   
   
3. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
   
   

Replacing the Mini PCI Card

1. Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector.
   
   
2. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna connector on the Mini PCI card.
   
   

NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections.

3. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree angle.
   
   
4. Continue lowering the Mini PCI card until it snaps into the inner tabs of the connector.
   
   
5. Replace the cover and tighten the captive screw.
   
   

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