Replacing A Memory Module - Lenovo ThinkCentre 3026 Maintenance Instructions Manual

Replacing a memory module

This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module.
Your computer has four slots for installing or replacing DDR3 DIMMs that provide
up to a maximum of 16 GB system memory. When installing or replacing a
memory module, use the following guidelines:
v Use 1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB DDR3 DIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of
v Install memory modules in the sequence of DIMM 1, DIMM 3, DIMM 2, and
To install or replace a memory module, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 82.
3. Locate the memory slots. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 85.
4. Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory slots.
5. Open the retaining clips.
Figure 7. Opening the retaining clips
Chapter 8. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types: 3029, 3054, 3139, 3219, 3246, 3282, 3349, 3421, 3544, 3652, 3769, 3934, 4992, 5206, 5267,
Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and
understanding the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety
and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
16 GB.
DIMM 4. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 85.
Depending on your computer model, you might need to remove the PCI
Express x16 graphics card for easier access to the memory slots.
If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and
gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot.
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