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Hard Disk Drive
Connecting the Parallel ATA Hard Disk Drive Cables
7Push the drive the rest of the way into the bay until the drive snaps into place.
8Complete the procedures to replace the front panel, replace the side panel, and close the PC. See “Opening and Closing the PC“ on page 1.
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Adding Memory
Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on your PC. The PC ships with one or more memory modules, but you can replace the existing memory module(s) with
The motherboard contains sockets for DDR DIMMs (double data rate dual
ADDR DIMM
To determine which type of memory module your PC uses, and for specific memory module information and specifications, go to the Web site listed in your Warranty and Support Guide and click the Support link.
WARNING: Using the wrong type of memory module could damage the system.
Removing a Memory Module
1Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to remove the side panel. See “Opening and Closing the PC“ on page 1.
2Gently lay the PC on its side.
3Locate the memory sockets on the motherboard.
CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to touch any of the contacts. Doing so may damage the module.
4Move any cabling out of the way, if necessary.