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Adding memory modules – Epson EQUITY 386SX/16 PLUS User Manual

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Lift the entire subassembly out of the computer and
carefully place it on your work surface.

Adding Memory Modules

Your computer comes with 2MB of memory soldered directly

onto the main system board. By installing SIMMs (single

inline memory modules), you can increase the memory in

your computer up to 24MB. The first 16MB can be used as

either extended or expanded; any memory above 16MB can

be used only as expanded. You can install 256KB, 1MB, or

4MB SIMMs, as described in this section.

Before you install SIMMs, check the following guidelines to

ensure that they will work properly:

Use fast page mode SIMMs that operate at an access speed

of 80ns (nanoseconds) or faster. Be sure all the SIMMs
operate at the same speed.

The Equity 386SX/16 PLUS can use any industry standard

SIMM; however, you should use Epson SIMM option kits

to ensure reliability and compatibility.

Use the correct SIMM configuration to add the amount of
memory you want. See the table on the next page.

Once you have the SIMMs you need, you or your dealer can

install them in your computer. If you are going to install
them yourself, follow the instructions in this section.

Installing and Removing Options

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