Memory Installation Guide

The instructions on this page provide general installation and handling information and are intended to be used in conjunction with your model's specific owner's manual.

Installation Procedure

1. Place the computer's power switch in the "off" position and disconnect the AC power cord.
2. Remove the computer's top cover following the instructions in your model-specific owner's manual.
3. Before touching any electronic components, make sure you first touch an unpainted, grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity stored on your clothing or body.
4. Locate the memory expansion sockets on the computer's motherboard. If all of the sockets are full, you will need to remove smaller capacity modules to allow room for higher capacity modules.
5. For some installations, DIMM and SIMM memory can be installed in any available expansion slot. Other installations may require the memory to be installed in a particular sequence based on the module's capacity. Check your owner's manual to determine the correct installation sequence for your configuration.
6. Insert the module into an available expansion socket as shown in the diagram. Note how the module is keyed to the socket. This ensures that the module can be plugged into the socket one way only. Firmly press the module into position, making certain the module is completely seated in the socket. Repeat this procedure for any additional modules you are installing.
7. Most 168-pin DIMM modules have an ejector tab similar to the one illustrated. The ejector tab is used when you need to remove a module. By pressing down on the ejector tab, the module will pop up from the socket and it can be removed.
8. Once the module or modules have been installed, the computer's top cover can be reinstalled.
9. Plug in the AC power cord and reinstall any cables disconnected during the installation process.

NOTE: Some motherboards have memory sockets angled at 30 or 45 degrees instead of 90 degrees, however the basic SIMM or DIMM installation procedure is the same for both vertical and angled expansion sockets.

Memory Board Testing

Turn on the computer and follow the instructions in your computer's owner's m anual that describe the steps necessary to allow your computer to recognize the newly-installed memory.