Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door on the bottom of the iMac and set it aside:.There should be a slight click when the memory has been seated correctly. After you've inserted it, press the DIMM up into the slot.Insert your new or replacement RAM SO-DIMM into the empty slot, noting the orientation of the keyway of the SO-DIMM as shown above.If you're replacing a memory module, untuck the tab and pull it to eject any installed memory module: Untuck the tab in the memory compartment.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door in the bottom of the computer:.Tuck the tabs above the memory DIMMs and reinstall the memory access door:Īfter your iMac has cooled down, follow these steps:.There should be a slight click when the memory has been seated correctly:
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Insert your new or replacement SO-DIMM into the empty slot, noting the orientation of the keyway of the SO-DIMM as shown below.If you're replacing a memory module, gently pull the tab to eject any installed memory module:
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#REPLACING MEMORY IN IMAC 2013 MODEL INSTALL#
Replace or install a DIMM by setting it down into the slot and pressing firmly until you feel the DIMM click into the slot.When reinstalling DIMMs, the notch must be orientated correctly or the DIMM won't be inserted fully: Remove a DIMM by pulling the module straight up and out. Note the location of the notch on the bottom of the DIMM.After the memory cage has been released, pull the memory cage levers towards you, allowing access to each DIMM slot.Push the two levers outwards to release the memory cage: Locate the two levers on the right- and left-hand sides of the memory cage. A diagram on the underside of the compartment door shows the memory cage levers and the orientation of the DIMM.Remove the compartment door and set it aside: The memory compartment door will open as the button is pushed in.Open the memory compartment door by pressing the small grey button that's located just above the AC power port:.Hold the sides of the computer and slowly place the computer face down on the towel or cloth.Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on a desk or other flat surface to prevent the display from getting scratched.
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