Compaq Presario SR5000 Upgrading and Servicing Guide - Page 26

Adding Memory, Removing a Memory Module - ram

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Adding Memory Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on your PC. The PC ships with one or more memory modules, but you can replace the existing memory module(s) with higher-capacity ones. The motherboard contains sockets for DDR DIMMs (double data rate dual in-line memory modules). The exact number of sockets and type of DDR memory module depends on which model PC you have. DDR DIM 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 to remove the side panel. See "Opening and Closing the PC" on page 1. 2 Gently lay the PC on its side. 3 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. 4 Move any cabling out of the way, if necessary. 22 Upgrading and Servicing Guide

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Upgrading and Servicing Guide
Adding Memory
Your PC comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and
instructions on your PC. The PC ships with one or more memory modules, but you can
replace the existing memory module(s) with higher-capacity ones.
The motherboard contains sockets for DDR DIMMs (double data rate dual in-line memory
modules). The exact number of sockets and type of DDR memory module depends on
which model PC you have.
DDR DIM
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.
Removing a Memory Module
1
Complete the procedures to prepare the PC and to remove the side panel. See
“Opening and Closing the PC” on page 1.
2
Gently lay the PC on its side.
3
Locate the memory sockets on the motherboard.
4
Move any cabling out of the way, if necessary.
WARNING: Using the wrong type of memory module could damage the
system.
CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to touch any of
the contacts. Doing so may damage the module.