How to Add Memory Modules To Your Computer To Boost Speed

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Want to perform one of the fastest and easiest upgrades to speed up your computer? See how to add more Random Access Memory or RAM onto your motherboard to boost your computer's performance.

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Difficulty: Moderately Easy

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Take time to Visit the Kingstom Memory site above and use their memory configurator to find out the memory you need to upgrade your computer. And go ahead and enjoy the faster speed you shouldexperience once your new memory is installed. Don't forget to run scandisk,defragment,and disk cleanup to clean your hard drive of extra space.
DO you make absolutely sure you have removed any and all electrical static buildup from yourself before working inside your computer and before touching any new circuit cards and chips? Please don't overlook this troubleshoot tip.It would be a tragedy to purchase new memory only to short circuit them either before you installed them or you do so the process. RAM, short for Random Access Memory chips are very vulnerable for this.So to rid yourself of Electrical Static Charge you may consider purchasing a Wrist Strap. This tool is especially designed for this.If you don't want to go this route, you can simply touch the case's mental chassis.

Step1

Here You See The Memory Module Slots On The Motherboard When you purchase a computer, it will come with an adequate amount of RAM or Random Access Memory to run the operating system and all software that is installed.

However,as you install more software, your PC will begin to slowdown.The amount of RAM you need depends on your operating system on all applications you may be running on your computer at any one time.

Installing memory is one of the easiest tasks.Take the time to first be sure you have the right RAM for your computer.If you're in doubt take it back to the place of purchase and be sure you have the right RAM.

After being certain you have the right RAM, you're ready to open the system unit and begin.But first, you need to remove static electricity.Now let's talk about installing RAM Memory on the
motherboard

Remove static electricity before you remove the new memory from its protective wrap.Its best to purchase a Wrist Strap if you plan on working in your PC often.

But if not, you can simply touch a door knob or your computer's metal case to remove the static electricity. To install your new Ram,perform the following.

Check to see if you have ample light.You may want to have a container to place small screws in.The system unit cover may have small screws and you don't want to lose them. After you have plenty of work space and ample lighting, prepare your mind as well.Make this and every other adventure of working on your computer educational and fun.

Take the time to study the actual components inside your computer. You'll be glad you did should something go wrong.Follow these steps to install your drive.

Step2

Carefully Removing Your Old Memory Modules First Turn off your computer and unplug all peripherals.Take notice of how you unplug or disconnect any devices.Locate the RAM on the motherboard.

Step3

Looking At The Older DIMM Memory Modules Second Remove the side panel of the tower system or the cover if you have a desktop.Place the panel in a safe place well out of the way.

Before touching anything inside the system unit, remove electrical static charge from your body by touching a door knob or any unpainted metal surface.

Step4

At The Bottom You See The RIMM Memory Modules Slots Third Before touching anything inside the system unit, remove electrical static charge from your body by touching a door knob or any unpainted metal surface.

Remove the new memory from its protective wrapping and locate the sockets or memory banks to install the new memory chips.

Notice the type of retaining clips that hold the chips in place.Remove any old chips you intend to move.Now to be sure you won't damage the chips,ground yourself again to remove any remaining static electricity.

Step5

Fourth Pull the retaining clip open and carefully slide the RAM Chips in their memory banks.Push the clips back over the new memory chips.

Check and double check the firmness of the chips by gently trying to move them from side to side.Take a good long look at the chips for anything that looks unusal.

Step6

Fifth Replace the system unit cover and reconnect all peripherals. Reboot the computer and the operating system should recognize your new or added memory without any problem.

Its that easy when it comes to installing new or more memory.Read your computer's manual first to find out what type of ram memory you have and what is needed for upgrades.