7. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card.
Figure 14. Installing a PCI card
8. Reinstall the screw to secure the PCI card latch in place.
What to do next:
•To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
•To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 63.
Installing or replacing a memory module
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” on page v.
This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module.
Your computer has two slots for installing or replacing DDR3 UDIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 8 GB system memory. When installing or replacing a memory module, use 1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB DDR3 UDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 8 GB.
To install or replace a memory module, do the following:
1.Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
2.Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 34.
3.Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.
4.Locate the memory slots. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 13.
5.Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory slots. Depending on your computer model, you might need to remove the PCI Express x16 graphics card for easier access to the memory slots. See “Installing or replacing a PCI card” on page 36.
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