Apple 8600 appendix Additional Memory

Read this chapter for instructions

on installing PCI expansion cards

and memory in your computer.

8	Installing PCI Expansion Cards
	and Additional Memory

This chapter provides information about peripheral component interconnect (PCI) expansion cards and memory, and explains how to install both.

Installing a PCI expansion card or memory involves three procedures (detailed steps for each are provided later in this chapter):

mopening the computer

minserting the card or memory module into a specific slot

mclosing the computer

Note: Your computer’s PowerPC processor can also be upgraded with the installation of a processor upgrade card. Contact your Apple dealer for information about processor upgrade cards. To install a processor upgrade card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card.

WARNING Although instructions for installing memory and expansion cards are provided in this manual, Apple Computer recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install them. 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 install these items yourself, you risk damaging your equipment, and this damage is not 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.

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