Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement RAM cards removed from computer.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
INTRODUCTION Replace the old RAM cards to greatly enhance computer speed.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 1 — Panel Cover
Make sure the computer is turned off, by selecting the start menu and choosing “Shut Down”.
Ensure all cables, speakers and other devices are unplugged and turned off before opening the computer case.
Step 2
Lay the computer on its side; you will see a blue knob.
Turn this knob 90 deg clockwise.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 3
Slide the panel case forward about 1/2 inch while knob is turned.
Lift panel case off computer.
Step 4 — RAM
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The RAM are the two green cards in the corner of the computer.
At each end of the card, there are two white clips securing the RAM to the Motherboard.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 5
Push down both white clips with your thumbs until you hear a click.
The RAM cards can now be removed.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions (steps 1-3) in reverse order. This document was last generated on 2017-07-02 08:59:00 PM.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement RAM cards removed from computer.
Written By: Wyatt
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
INTRODUCTION Replace the old RAM cards to greatly enhance computer speed.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 1 — Panel Cover
Make sure the computer is turned off, by selecting the start menu and choosing “Shut Down”.
Ensure all cables, speakers and other devices are unplugged and turned off before opening the computer case.
Step 2
Lay the computer on its side; you will see a blue knob.
Turn this knob 90 deg clockwise.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 3
Slide the panel case forward about 1/2 inch while knob is turned.
Lift panel case off computer.
Step 4 — RAM
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The RAM are the two green cards in the corner of the computer.
At each end of the card, there are two white clips securing the RAM to the Motherboard.
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Dell Optiplex SX280 RAM Replacement
Step 5
Push down both white clips with your thumbs until you hear a click.
The RAM cards can now be removed.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions (steps 1-3) in reverse order. This document was last generated on 2017-07-02 08:59:00 PM.
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