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    Memory dont work help!

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007.

  1. JayGTS88

    JayGTS88 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have just replaced the 1gb dell memory on my m1530 for a G.Skill 4gb ram but now it comp wont turn on it only show this blue light next to the home button on the top left hand corner is like a A letter inside a lock.
     
    JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007
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    maybe you didnt install it right. try removing them and putting them back in all the way one more time.
     
    nizzy1115, Dec 27, 2007
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    the A letter keeps on blinking.
     
    JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007
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    How do i turn of my machine? i try to hold down the main power but nothing happens and i dont want to get shocked lol.
     
    JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007
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    If Num lock/ Caps lock indicators are blinking, then that means memory is not properly installed. As nizzy1115 said, take it out and reinsert again. What type of memory did you buy ?
     
    PhoenixFx, Dec 27, 2007
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    G.Skill 4gb 2x2gb 5300
     
    JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007
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    If you are 100% sure you have setted the memory right try one stick at a time. One time I had to replace a memory because Newegg have sent in the bad one.
     
    vbrookie, Dec 27, 2007
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    I purchased the same memory sticks for 1 of my M1530's,and had a similar experience. Make sure they are seated as far into the slot as they will go before snapping them into place. Good Luck with your M1530.
     
    ProfessorShred, Dec 27, 2007
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    o finally it worked took so long thx all.
     
    JayGTS88, Dec 27, 2007
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