Apple 8500 manual Installing internal drives

Memory for your computer is provided in packages called Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMMs). Adding dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) DIMMs increases your computer’s memory. The DIMMs must be the correct type for your computer, and can be installed one-at-a-time. For best performance, however, the DIMMs should be installed in pairs of the same size into paired slots in your computer. Installing a cache DIMM can also increase your computer’s performance. The memory used to display images on the screen (called video RAM, or VRAM) can also be expanded by installing DIMMs.

WARNING To avoid damage to your computer, Apple recommends that only an Apple-certified technician install additional DIMMs. 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 DIMMs 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 DIMMs be correctly installed in your Power Macintosh, because incorrect installation can result in errors, unpredictable results, and damage to your equipment and data.

Installing internal drives

Your Macintosh can hold up to four internal storage devices. Possible configurations could include a floppy disk drive, a CD-ROM drive, and two hard disk drives (several capacities are available) or a CD-ROM drive, a floppy disk drive, a removable cartridge drive, and a digital audiotape (DAT) drive. Depending on the configuration you purchased, these drives may already be installed. If you want to add an internal drive to your Macintosh, see your Apple-authorized dealer. For more information about internal drives, see the Technical Information booklet that came with your Macintosh.

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