Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Replacing a memory module
Attention
Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before
reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty
Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware
Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the
Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at
http://consumersupport.lenovo.com
To replace a memory module:
1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.
Note
For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.
2. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”.
3. Remove the optical disk drive bay. Refer to “Replacing an optical drive”.
4. Locate the memory module connectors. Refer to “Locating
components”.
5. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining
clips as shown.
