Thread: How to Install Ddr Memory

RAM is like relationship between a desk and file cabinet. The hard drive is the file cabinet: It stores information, but you cannot see it. When you open a file, though, you place it on desk. The RAM is the desk. Put just, RAM only stores data and programs you have open now. Including RAM to PC setup is an simple way to press some extra speed out the machine.

Instructions

1. Step 1

Shut down PC.

2. Step 2

Unplug power and any peripherals, like a keyboard, mouse or monitor.

3. Step 3

Open the case of tower. Based on kind of PC you have the technique of opening case will vary. In many cases, side that opens is left side. Just take out the three screws holding the side panel on.

4. Step 4

Look for two long, parallel slots generally placed beside CPU fan. These are the RAM slots.

5. Step 5

Take out existing RAM sticks, if valid. There are two small clips on either end of RAM. To take out the sticks, just press down on clips and RAM will be ejected.

6. Step 6

Put DDR RAM into slots and protect them into place. Once protected, the two clips on either end of slot must automatically click into place.

7. Step 7

Reconnect the side panel to the tower.

8. Step 8

Restore power and plug in the wanted peripherals.

9. Step 9

Turn on PC to make sure DDR RAM was effectively installed. If there is a difficulty, RAM is possibly not safe. In that condition, repeat step 6.

1. Place the computer power switch in the "off " position and disconnect the AC power cord.
2. Remove the computer top cover following the instructions in the model-specific owner 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 motherboard. If all the sockets are full, remove smaller capacity modules to allow room for higher capacity modules.
5. The ejector tabs shown in the illustration are used to remove a module. By pushing outward on the ejector tabs, the module will pop-up from the socket and it can then be removed.
6. Handle your new module carefully; do not flex or bend the module. Always grasp the module by its edges.
7. For most installations, DDR modules can be installed in any available expansion slot. Other installations may require the memory to be installed in a particular sequence based on the modules capacity. Check your owner manual to determine the correct installation sequence for your configuration.