Installing internal options
Installing a memory module
Your computer has four slots for installing DDR3 DIMMs (double data rate 3 dual
inline memory modules) that provide up to a maximum of 8.0 GB of system
memory.
When installing memory modules, use the following guidelines:
v Use 1.8 V, 240-pin DDR3 SDRAM (double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic
v Use 1.0 GB or 2.0 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of
Note: Only DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs can be used.
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the cover" on page 11.
2. Locate the memory slots. See "Identifying parts on the system board" on page
3. Open the retaining clips as shown.
Figure 7. Opening the retaining clips
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Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide
Important
Read "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 4 before removing the
computer cover.
random access memory).
8.0 GB.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.
9.