RAM Memory Installation

These are generic memory installation procedures. Please refer to your computers operating manual for safer installation processes.

The first step to installing memory or upgrading current memory in your computer is finding the right type of memory. Now there are many different types of memory to choose from and each motherboard requires the correct type of RAM to operate. Refer to your owners manual for the correct type of RAM or do a quick internet search for your computers Make and Model. This is a very important step don't skip it.

Once you find the correct RAM for your computer follow the correct procedure below for the type of RAM you have.

SDRAM (100MHz and 133MHz)

1. Place the computer's power switch in the "off " position and disconnect the AC power cord.
2. Remove the computer's top cover following the instructions in the model*specific owner's manual.
3. Before touching any electronic components, make sure you first touch an unpainted, grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity stored on your clothing or body.
4. Locate the memory expansion sockets on the computer's motherboard. If all the sockets are full, remove smaller capacity modules to allow room for higher capacity modules.
5. Handle your new module(s) carefully; do not flex or bend the module(s). Always grasp the module by its edges.
6. For some installations, DIMM memory can be installed in any available expansion slot. Other installations may require the memory to be installed in a particular sequence based on the modules capacity. Check your owner's manual to determine the correct installation sequence for your configuration.
— Insert the module into an available expansion socket. Note how the module is keyed to the socket. This ensures the module can be plugged into the socket one way only. Firmly press the module into position, making certain the module is completely seated in the socket. Repeat this procedure for any additional modules you are installing.
— Most 168*pin DIMM modules have ejector tabs. The ejector tabs are used only when you need to remove a module. By pressing down on the ejector tabs, the module will pop*up from the socket and it can be removed.
7. DIMM slot illustration Once the module(s) have been installed, the computer's top cover can be reinstalled.
8. Plug in the AC power cord and reinstall any cables disconnected during the installation process.
9. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions in your computer owner's manual that describe the steps necessary to allow your computer to recognize the newly installed memory.

Rambus (RIMM)

1. Place the computer's power switch in the "off " position and disconnect the AC power cord.
2. Remove the computer's top cover following the instructions in the model*specific owner's manual.
3. Before touching any electronic components, make sure you first touch an unpainted, grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity stored on your clothing or body.
4. Locate the memory expansion sockets on the computer's motherboard. If all the sockets are full, remove smaller capacity modules to allow room for higher capacity modules.
5. The ejector tabs shown in the illustration are used to remove a module. By pushing outward on the ejector tabs, the module will pop*up from the socket and it can then be removed.
6. For most installations, Rambus modules can be installed in any available expansion socket,but empty sockets must contain a "Kingston Continuity Module" as shown in the illustration. Note that some models may use a specific installation sequence for Rambus modules (e.g. Rambus dual*channel configurations); see your model specific owner's manual for more details.
* Insert the module into an available expansion socket. Note how the module is keyed to the socket. This ensures the module can be plugged into the socket one way only. Firmly press the module into position, making certain the module is completely seated in the socket. The ejector tabs at each end of the socket will automatically snap into the locked position.
Repeat this procedure for any additional modules you are installing. Rambus installation image 7. Once the module or modules have been installed, the computer's top cover can be reinstalled.
8. Plug in the AC power cord and reinstall any cables disconnected during the installation process.
9. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions in your computer owner's manual that describe the steps necessary to allow your computer to recognize the newly installed memory.

DDR, DDR2 and DDR3

1. Place the computer's power switch in the "off " position and disconnect the AC power cord.
2. Remove the computer's top cover following the instructions in the model*specific owner's manual.
3. Before touching any electronic components, make sure you first touch an unpainted, grounded metal object to discharge any static electricity stored on your clothing or body.
4. Locate the memory expansion sockets on the computer's motherboard. If all the sockets are full, remove smaller capacity modules to allow room for higher capacity modules.
5. The ejector tabs shown in the illustration are used to remove a module. By pushing outward on the ejector tabs, the module will pop*up from the socket and it can then be removed.
6. Handle your new module(s) carefully; do not flex or bend the module(s). Always grasp the module by its edges.
7. For most installations, DDR modules can be installed in any available expansion slot. Other installations may require the memory to be installed in a particular sequence based on the modules capacity. Check your owner's manual to determine the correct installation sequence for your configuration.
* Insert the module into an available expansion socket. Note how the module is keyed to the socket. This ensures the module can be plugged into the socket one way only. Firmly press the module into position, making certain the module is completely seated in the socket. The ejector tabs at each end of the socket will automatically snap into the locked position. Repeat this procedure for any additional modules you are installing.
8. Once the module or modules have been installed, the computer's top cover can be reinstalled.
9. Plug in the AC power cord and reinstall any cables disconnected during the installation process.
10. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions in your computer owner's manual that describe the steps necessary to allow your computer to recognize the newly installed memory.

SODIMM

1. Always turn off your computer and remove the rechargeable battery pack before installing your Kingston memory.
2. Insert the module into the socket at a slight angle (approximately 30 degrees). Note that the socket and module are both keyed, which means the module can be installed one way only.
SODIMM installation image 1 * Align keys and slots
3. To seat the module into the socket, apply firm, even pressure to each end of the module (see the arrows) until you feel it slip down into the socket. If you are having problems getting the module to seat properly, try rocking the module up and down slightly, while continuing to apply pressure.
* When properly seated, the contact fingers on the edge of the module will almost completely disappear inside the socket.
SODIMM installation image 2 * Seat the module
4. With the module properly seated in the socket, rotate the module downward, as indicated in the illustration. Continue pressing downward until the clips at each end of the socket lock into position. With most sockets, you will hear a distinctive CLICK, indicating the module is correctly locked into position.
SODIMM installation image 3 * Snap into place
5. Once the module or modules have been installed, the computer's cover can be reinstalled.
6. Reinstall the rechargeable battery pack and any cables disconnected during the installation process.
7. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions in your computer owner's manual that describe the steps necessary to allow your computer to recognize the newly installed memory.