RAM Compatibility and Installing Extra Memory.
Here is how to determine if the RAM you want to install is compatible with your system:
Many people would tell you that opening up your rig and looking would be one of the easiest ways to tell what kind of RAM you have, but that only works if you really know what each type of RAM looks like. I propose an easier solution.
Locate your RAM slots. Each slot will have little plastic arms that lock the RAM sticks into place. Snap them loose and carefully remove the stick of RAM from your system. Most RAM sticks should have a label on them. The label will tell you what kind of RAM it is. You can either take the whole stick to the computer store with you, or look it up online in order to find more of the same type of RAM. To install the RAM, simply put it back in the slot
Make sure the notches on the stick of RAM line up with the notches in the slot. When it clicks, the arms will either snap back themselves or you can close the arms manually. To add more RAM, repeat that process with the other slots. That covers the actual physical installation of RAM. Once it is installed, boot the computer up and make sure that the system is recognizing the new or additional RAM. It's that simple! If you feel the need to have video assistance, I have the perfect program for you.
Here is how to determine if the RAM you want to install is compatible with your system:
Many people would tell you that opening up your rig and looking would be one of the easiest ways to tell what kind of RAM you have, but that only works if you really know what each type of RAM looks like. I propose an easier solution.
Locate your RAM slots. Each slot will have little plastic arms that lock the RAM sticks into place. Snap them loose and carefully remove the stick of RAM from your system. Most RAM sticks should have a label on them. The label will tell you what kind of RAM it is. You can either take the whole stick to the computer store with you, or look it up online in order to find more of the same type of RAM. To install the RAM, simply put it back in the slot
Make sure the notches on the stick of RAM line up with the notches in the slot. When it clicks, the arms will either snap back themselves or you can close the arms manually. To add more RAM, repeat that process with the other slots. That covers the actual physical installation of RAM. Once it is installed, boot the computer up and make sure that the system is recognizing the new or additional RAM. It's that simple! If you feel the need to have video assistance, I have the perfect program for you.
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