Alienware Aurora Service Manual
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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. |
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WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed. |
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WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s). |
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CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. |
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CAUTION: 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 your computer). |
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See the specifications in your Desktop Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for information on the type of memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are supported by your computer.
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NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell or Alienware are covered under your computer warranty. |
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WARNING: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them. |
1 |
memory-module connector |
2 |
securing clips (2) |
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CAUTION: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. |
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CAUTION: If you remove the original memory module(s) from your computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new module(s) that you may have, even if you purchased the new module(s) from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. The recommended memory configurations are: matched memory module(s) installed in DIMM connectors 1 and 2 and another matched memory module(s) installed in DIMM connectors 3 and 4. |
Recommended memory configuration:
Type |
Slots |
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1333 MHz,1600 MHz, and 1866 MHz DDR3 |
Slots 1 and 2 or slots 1 4 |
1 |
cutouts (2) |
2 |
tab |
3 |
notch |
4 |
memory module |
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CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module. |
1 |
cutouts (2) |
2 |
securing clip (snapped in position) |
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CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. |
To verify that the memory is installed correctly, click Start
® Control Panel® System and Security® System.
Check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.