Memory 27Addressing Memory ConfigurationsIf you are using a 32-bit operating system such as Microsoft® Windows® XP,your computer will support a maximum of 4 GB of memory. If you are using a64-bit operating system, your computer will support a maximum of 8 GB (2-GBDIMMs in each of the four slots) of memory.Installing MemoryCAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow thesafety instructions in the Product Information Guide.NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to internal components,ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching anunpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 9.2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" onpage 13).3 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.1 memory connectorclosest to processor2 securing clips (2) 3 memoryconnector231
