Adding Memory; Removing A Memory Module - HP Pavilion w5500 - Desktop PC Manual

6 Attach the data cable connector end to an open
Serial ATA (or Parallel ATA) connector on the PC
motherboard.
Serial ATA motherboard connector
WARNING: Do not to use the connector
that was connected to the original
Serial ATA drive that was installed in the
system.
7 Complete the procedures to replace the side panel,
and to close the PC. See "Opening and Closing the
PC" on page 1.

Adding Memory

The motherboard contains sockets for DDR DIMMs
(double data rate dual in-line memory modules). The
exact number of sockets depends on which model
you have.
To determine which type and speed of memory
module your PC uses, and for specific memory module
information and specifications, go to the Web site
listed in your Warranty and Support Guide and click
the Support link.
WARNING: Using the wrong type of
memory module could damage the
system.

Removing a Memory Module

1 Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and
remove the side panel as described in "Opening
and Closing the PC" on page 1.
2 Remove the front panel. See "Removing the Front
Panel" on page 3.
3 Remove the hard disk drive. See "Removing a Hard
Disk Drive" on page 6.
4 Gently lay the PC on its side.
5 Locate the memory sockets on the motherboard.
CAUTION: When handling a memory
module, be careful not to touch any of the
contacts. Doing so may damage the
module.
6 Move any cabling out of the way, if necessary.
WARNING: Do not pull the memory
module out of the socket. Use the
retaining clips to eject the module.
7 Push down the two retaining clips on the ends of
the socket until the memory module pops out of the
socket.
8 Hold the memory module by its edges only, as you
lift it away from the socket. Store it in its antistatic
packaging.
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