Minimum memory configuration is 8 MB, and maximum is 128 MB. You can mix different sizes of SIMMs to achieve a wide variety of memory configurations, as long as you adhere to the following rules:
∙You must use the same size and type of SIMM in both slots of bank 0 or bank 1. The following examples show a correct and an incorrect configuration:
Correct:
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| 4 MB | 4 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| 2 MB | 2 MB | 4 MB | 4 MB |
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| 4 MB | 2 MB | 4 MB | 2 MB |
∙Banks cannot be partially populated (i.e., a SIMM in one slot, and none in the other). For example:
Correct:
Bank 0 |
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4 MB | 4 MB | Empty | Empty |
Incorrect:
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4 MB | Empty | 4 MB | Empty |
Adding and Removing SIMMs
To add a SIMM, or to replace an existing SIMM, complete these steps:
1.Turn the computer off, unplug the power cord, disconnect all peripheral devices, and remove the system cover.
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