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Amanpreet Singh
RAM or Random Access Memory is the working memory of a computer. This determines the speed at which a computer operates. The fuller it gets, the more sluggish the computer becomes. The best way to avoid slow and frustrating computers is to upgrade the RAM. This is also the most cost effective way to increase the speed of the computer.
Steps to follow to do the upgrade:
Step One.
Turn off the computer. Unplug it and cut off all electric supply to the computer.
Step Two.
All peripheral cables also need to be disconnected.
Step Three.
Remove the cover of the computer and position it in such a way that you can comfortably reach into the interior.
Step Four.
Attach the antistatic wristband. This is very important as even the most minimal of static can destroy the computer’s fragile areas.
Step Five.
Locate and remove the existing RAM chips. Be careful to gently push down the clips on the side socket and once the module comes up, you can remove it easily.
Step Six.
Check your motherboard’s documentation to see if you have to place the new chips as single pieces or as double pieces.
Step Seven.
Now place the new RAM chips in the vacant slots. Be sure to seat the chips properly. There are notches on the chips which correspond to raised notches in the memory slots. Orient the chips according to the notches and seat them properly.
Step Eight.
Once seated properly, the locking tabs at each end of the slot will snap into position against the RAM chips.
Step Nine.
Gently press towards the end of the RAM module to ensure proper seating of the chips.
Step Ten.
Now reassemble your Computer and attach all power connections.
Step Eleven.
Turn on the computer and check the speed with which the new RAM operates the computer.
Step Twelve.
If the system does not recognize the new RAM, enter the CMOS set up program and check if the machine recognizes the new memory. (This is normally done by pressing the F1 or the Del buttons). If the new RAM is not recognized, then you have to repeat the entire process and this time check if the RAM is seated properly.
Upgrading the RAM allows you to use new operating systems and also improves the whole computing experience.
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Steps to follow to do the upgrade:
Step One.
Turn off the computer. Unplug it and cut off all electric supply to the computer.
Step Two.
All peripheral cables also need to be disconnected.
Step Three.
Remove the cover of the computer and position it in such a way that you can comfortably reach into the interior.
Step Four.
Attach the antistatic wristband. This is very important as even the most minimal of static can destroy the computer’s fragile areas.
Step Five.
Locate and remove the existing RAM chips. Be careful to gently push down the clips on the side socket and once the module comes up, you can remove it easily.
Step Six.
Check your motherboard’s documentation to see if you have to place the new chips as single pieces or as double pieces.
Step Seven.
Now place the new RAM chips in the vacant slots. Be sure to seat the chips properly. There are notches on the chips which correspond to raised notches in the memory slots. Orient the chips according to the notches and seat them properly.
Step Eight.
Once seated properly, the locking tabs at each end of the slot will snap into position against the RAM chips.
Step Nine.
Gently press towards the end of the RAM module to ensure proper seating of the chips.
Step Ten.
Now reassemble your Computer and attach all power connections.
Step Eleven.
Turn on the computer and check the speed with which the new RAM operates the computer.
Step Twelve.
If the system does not recognize the new RAM, enter the CMOS set up program and check if the machine recognizes the new memory. (This is normally done by pressing the F1 or the Del buttons). If the new RAM is not recognized, then you have to repeat the entire process and this time check if the RAM is seated properly.
Upgrading the RAM allows you to use new operating systems and also improves the whole computing experience.
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