Apple imac 17 inch User Manual

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Upgrades
 iMac (Flat Panel) 
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Memory, SO-DIMM

Tools 
• Phillips #0 screwdriver. 
Part Location 
The iMac has two RAM expansion slots. The factory-installed RAM slot accepts a 
standard PC133 168-pin DIMM (up to 512 MB in capacity) and is accessib\
le only by an 
Apple Authorized Service Provider. The user-accessible slot (shown above) accepts a 
standard PC133 144-pin SO-DIMM and is normally used for added RAM. Only the SO­
DIMM slot is accessible by the user. A SO-DIMM for the iMac computer can contain either 
64, 128, 256, or 512...

Procedure 
Opening the Computer 
Warning: The computer must be turned off before RAM modules are removed or 
inserted. To remind you, a red LED is visible in the access door. If the red LED is on, 
power is on, and must be turned off before changing RAM modules. 
1. Shut down the computer. 
2. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 
3. Lay the computer down on a soft cloth. 
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4. Loosen the four captive screws at the base of the computer and gently remove the 
access panel. 
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Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself by touching 
metal before you touch any parts or install any components inside the co\
mputer. To 
avoid static electricity building back up in your body, do not walk arou\
nd the room 
until you have completed the installation and closed the computer. 
5. Touch a metal surface inside the computer. 
6. Unplug the power cord. 
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Installing the Memory Module 
Note: If you are replacing a defective memory module, rather than adding a module, 
remove the defective module before proceeding. 
1.	Line up the notch on the memory module with the notch (circled below) on the 
memory slot. 
2.	Important:  Do not push the clips (circled below) when inserting memory. They are 
used to remove memory from the slot, not when inserting memory. These clips are 
fragile and can break. 
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3.	Gently insert the memory module into the slot. You will hear a click when the memory 
is completely inserted into the slot.  Note: Make certain to push the memory module in 
the direction of the arrows. 
4. Press down gently on the memory until you hear it click into place under the two 
locking tabs (circled below) on the sides of the slot. 
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Closing the Computer 
1. Replace the access panel and the four screws. 
2. Reconnect all cables and restart the computer. 
Warning: Never turn on the computer unless all of its internal and external 
parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or 
missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury. 
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AirPort Card 

Tools 
• Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the user access panel. 
Part Location 
Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-insatiable parts are available at 
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/. 
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Opening the Computer 
Warning: Always shut down your computer before opening it to avoid damaging its 
internal components or causing injury. Shut down the computer and wait five 
minutes before continuing. 
1. Unplug all cables from the computer except the power cord. 
2. Lay the computer down on a soft cloth. 
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