Quick Reference Guide

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3 Find the memory module banks on your system board.
4 If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull
the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it.
- OR -
If you are adding a DIMM to an empty memory module bank, gently pull
the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module bank.
5 Align the notches on the new DIMM with the notches on the memory
module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. The tabs on the
sides of the memory module should secure the memory module
automatically. When the module is secure, you hear a click.
6 Return your computer to its upright position.
7 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in “Replacing the side
panel” on page 15.
8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord.
9 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop
appears.
10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if
in Category view). Click/Double-click System. The amount of memory in
your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties dialog box
in the General tab.