Gateway 7450R - Manual (Page 41)

Replacing and Adding Internal Devices 33
Adding memory
To add DIMMs:
1 Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and all other external
peripheral devices.
2 Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static
electricity discharge” on page 17.
3 Pull open the socket clamps on each side of the DIMM socket.
4 Insert the new DIMM into the socket, aligning the two notches in the
DIMM with the two notches in the DIMM socket.
5 Gently press the DIMM into the socket until it is firmly seated. Inserting
the DIMM automatically locks the socket clamps on each end of the
DIMM.
6 Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20.
7 Reconnect the peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system.
DIMM 1
DIMM 4
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