Add ARM to Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Part 2

Add ARM to Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Part 2


Step 3: Insert Your New DIMM



To insert your new DIMM:
Pick up the DIMM and turn it so the teeth are facing the DIMM slot and the indentation is closest to the left side of the system (the SSD chip). On most DIMM modules, this means the sticker will be face up.









Insert the DIMM at a 45 degree angle, pushing until it snaps into place and the metal retaining clips clasp into the grooves on either side of the module.

Step 4: Close and Test Your Computer
Now that you've inserted your new DIMM, it's time to close up the Inspiron Mini's chassis and turn on the computer to make sure your RAM is recognized by the system.
Snap the hatch back into place.
Tighten both screws.
Power on the computer. If the computer fails to boot (particulary if you hear a beeping noise), remove the battery to kill the power and open up the chassis again. Your new DIMM is either not fully seated in the slot or it's the wrong kind of RAM.
Hit the 2 Key right away to enter the BIOS. The BIOS screen will display the amount of RAM you have now so you can see whether it's showing the proper amount.

Add ARM to Dell Inspiron Mini 9 Part 1

Add ARM to Dell Inspiron Mini 9

Add ARM to Dell Inspiron Mini 9

With the introduction of the Inspiron Mini 9, Dell has made it very easy for users to replace the system's default memory module with a higher-capacity unit. All you need to make the change are a mini philip's head screwdriver and a DDR2 PC5300 SODIMM in either 1GB or 2GB capacity.

It's important to note that the Inspiron Mini has only one DIMM slot so you will have to remove the existing 512MB or 1GB DIMM that comes preinstalled.

Note: To avoid static damage, always ground yourself before working on the inside of a computer.

Step 1: Open Upgrade Hatch


Unlike some other netbooks (see the MSI Wind), the Inspiron Mini has a hatch that provides easy access to its memory slot. To get to the memory slot:
Turn the Inspiron Mini over so the bottom is facing up.
Unscrew both screws.

Pry off the hatch gently and place it to the side.

Step 2: Remove Original DIMM

Because the Dell Inspiron Mini has only one DIMM slot, you'll need to remove the preinstalled RAM stick before you can add one of your own.
To remove the existing RAM:
Locate the DIMM slot. If you've never installed RAM before, the DIMM is in the upper right corner of the exposed area as shown below.

Gently pull the retaining clips holding the presintalled DIMM in place until the module pops loose

Lift the old DIMM up and place it to the side. You won't need it anymore