Apple iMac - Manual (Page 42)

C H A P T E R 4
RAM Expansion
42 The Expansion Slots
This chapter tells how to gain access to the expansion slots in the iMac
computer and describes the two types of RAM expansion: main RAM
expansion and video RAM expansion.
The Expansion Slots 4
To get access to the expansion slots, the user must open up the bottom of the
computer and remove the main logic board and processor module assembly.
IMPORTANT
The user should be reminded to observe the usual
precautions to avoid damage to the electronic components
due to static electricity.
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Removing the Logic Board Assembly 4
The steps in removing the logic board assembly are:
1. Place the computer face down on a soft cloth.
2. Remove the retaining screw and the bottom cover.
3. Unfasten the cables attached to the logic board assembly.
4. Remove the retaining screws.
5. Pull out the logic board assembly.
The following sections describe the steps.
Placing the Computer Face Down 4
To remove the logic board from the computer, the user must first gain access to
the bottom of the computer by placing the computer face down on a soft cloth,
as shown in Figure 4-1.