Removing and Installing Parts 65
Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity
from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components. You can do so by
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53.
2
Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the
computer.
3
Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
4
Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector
while you apply equal force to each end of the module.
securing clips (2)
connector
memory connector closest to processor
notch
memory module
cutouts (2)
crossbar