Dell Xps M1710 Memory Replacement Repair Guide

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Introduction

Step 1

              Place the Laptop in a Downwards Position

NOTE: In order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match in size
Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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).
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the battery before you begin working inside the computer.
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer
Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover.

NOTE: In order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match in size

Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

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).

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the battery before you begin working inside the computer.

Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer

Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover.

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Step 2

              Removing the the Memory Module

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips
If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
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

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips

If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:

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

Step 3

              Installing New Memory Module

NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot
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 may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.

Ground yourself and install the new memory module:

Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot

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.

Step 4

              Replacing the Memory Module

NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer
Replace the memory module cover.
Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. If prompted, press to continue.
To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.

NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer

Replace the memory module cover.

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

Turn on the computer.

As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. If prompted, press to continue.

To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.

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

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