Apple 7100 manual Expanding memory

Expanding memory

The random-access memory (RAM) in your computer can be expanded. Installing additional RAM adds more memory chips to your computer and expands its capabilities. The Technical Information booklet that came with your computer describes how much additional memory can be installed in your Power Macintosh.

Memory for your computer is provided in packages called DRAM Single Inline Memory Modules (SIMMs). The SIMMs must be the correct type for your computer, and should be installed in pairs of the same size into paired slots in your computer.

In a Power Macintosh that is not AV-equipped, the memory used to display images on the screen (called video RAM, or VRAM) can also be expanded. In an AV-equipped Power Macintosh computer, VRAM cannot be expanded.

WARNING To avoid damage to your computer, Apple recommends that only an Apple-certified technician install additional RAM. Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple for service. If you attempt to install additional RAM yourself, any damage you may cause to your equipment will not be covered by the limited warranty on your computer. See an Apple-authorized dealer or service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question.

It is very important that the DRAM SIMMs be correctly installed in your Power Macintosh, because incorrect installation can result in errors, unpredictable results, and damage to your equipment and data.

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