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Increase your Apple iMac performance with a PRO Memory Upgrade
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Do it yourself Apple Intel iMac SO-DIMM memory installation or replacement instruction guide:
Important: When installing DDR2 or DDR3 SO-DIMMs into the Intel iMac all-in-one computer, press the SO-DIMM module up into the slot with your thumbs; do not use the SO-DIMM ejector clips. Trying to push the SO-DIMM into the slot using the ejector clips may damage the iMac SO-DIMM memory module.
To install the SO-DIMM memory memory into the bottom RAM slot, follow these instructions:
- Turn your Intel iMac off—from the Apple menu, choose Shut Down .
- Disconnect all cables and the power cord from your iMac.
- Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface to prevent scratching the LCD display. Hold the sides of the iMac and gently lay the all-in-one computer face down.
- Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door on the bottom of the iMac, in the image below.
- Remove the access door and set it aside, be sure to keep an eye on the screws.
- Move the SO-DIMM ejector clips to their fully open position.
- Insert your iMac RAM SO-DIMM module into the bottom slot, keeping in mind the orientation of the keyed SO-DIMM as shown.
- Once inserted, press the SO-DIMM up into the slot with your thumbs. Do not use the SO-DIMM ejector clips to push in the SO-DIMM. Trying to push the SO-DIMM into the slot using the ejector clips may damage the SO-DIMM memory chip. You'll hear a slight click when the memory is fully seated. Once fully seated, close the ejector clips.
- Re-install the Intel iMac memory access door.
