how to installing memory on iMAC

[ApplePowerPC]

HI,,

One of my friend having iMac wants to add some extra memory to the same. At present its having 1GB and is not satisfied with the same. So what we want is to install a 2GB without making any mistake. Could you guys guide me in installing memory on iMAC ?

Help appreciate !!

[RoninBlade]

The maximum amount of RAM you can install in the iMac is 2 GB total. Although iMacs will accept up to a 2 GB SO-DIMM in each of the two memory slots, the iMac will only support 3 GB total memory. If you want to maximize the amount of SDRAM in your computer, install a 2 GB SO-DIMM in one slot and a 1GB SO-DIMM in the other.When installing SDRAM DIMMs into the machine, press the DIMM up into the slot with your thumbs; do not use the DIMM ejector clips. Trying to push the DIMM into the slot using the ejector clips may damage the SDRAM DIMM.

[T.J.]

Here are the steps to install memory on iMAC. Just follow the steps:-

• Turn your computer off—from the Apple menu, choose Shut Down .
  
  
• Disconnect all cables and the power cord from your iMac.
  
  
• Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface to prevent scratching the LCD display. Hold the sides of the computer and gently lay the computer face down.
  
  
• Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door on the bottom of the iMac.
  
  
• Remove the access door and set it aside.
  
  
• Move the DIMM ejector clips to their fully open position.
  
  
• Insert your RAM SO-DIMM into the bottom slot, keeping in mind the orientation of the keyed SO-DIMM.
  
  
• Once inserted, press the DIMM up into the slot with your thumbs. Do not use the DIMM ejector clips to push in the DIMM. Trying to push the DIMM into the slot using the ejector clips may damage the SDRAM DIMM. You'll hear a slight click when the memory is fully seated. Once fully seated, close the ejector clips.
  
  
• Re-install the memory access door.
  
  
• Lift the iMac back to its normal upright position and reconnect the power cord and all other cables. You're ready to start up your computer now.

[Killen]

PRO Memory Upgrade is an online module upgrade solutions for installing memory. If you do install a 2 GB SO-DIMM in both the bottom and top memory slots of the computer, the About This Mac window and Apple System Profiler will both show that you have 4 GB of SDRAM installed. However, Activity Monitor and other similar applications will reveal that only 3 GB of SDRAM has been addressed for use by the computer.