To install a DIMM:1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 60.2. You might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slots. See“Installing adapters.”3. Locate the DIMM connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” onpage 61.4. Open the retaining clips.5. Make sure the notches in the DIMM align with the tabs on the connector. Pushor insert the DIMM straight down into the connector until the retaining clipsclose.What to do next:v Replace any adapters that were removed.v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting thecables” on page 74.Installing adaptersThis section provides information and instructions for installing and removingadapters. Your computer has three expansion slots for PCI adapters. One slot, usedfor an AGP adapter, is available on some models. You can install an adapter up to228 mm (9 inches) long in the AGP slot, PCI slot 2, or PCI slot 3. You can install anadapter up to 200 mm (7.9 inches) long in PCI slot 1.To install an adapter:1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 60.Chapter 3. Types 8084, 8085, 8147, 8148, and 8179 63
