3-8 OptionsSIMM UPGRADE KITSThe system board comes standard with 8 MB of memory (16 MB in desktop multimediasystems). Memory over the first megabyte of RAM is extended RAM. SIMM upgrade kitsare 70-ns SIMMs.NOTE: The metal plating on the SIMM stickconnectors must match the metal plating in theSIMM sockets of the computer. Use tin-platedSIMM sticks with tin-plated SIMM sockets.Memory expansion options include the following kits.n 4-MB SIMM kit is a 1 MB x 32 bit SIMM stick.n 8-MB SIMM kit is a 2 MB x 32 bit SIMM stick.n 16-MB SIMM kit is a 4 MB x 32 bit SIMM stick.n 32-MB SIMM kit is a 8 MB x 32 bit SIMM stick.The system board also supports 36-bit parity SIMMs.SIMM sticks install in two sockets on the system board. The system supports up to 64 MBof high-speed memory. Different size SIMMs may be intermixed.Use the following procedures to install a SIMM stick.CAUTION: Static discharge can damageSIMM components. Heed the cautions in thefollowing section.CautionsAlways remove a SIMM from its shipping material carefully. Static discharge can damageSIMM components. Take the following precautions when handling SIMMs:n Avoid carpets in cool, dry areas.n Do not remove the SIMM from its anti-static packaging until installing it.n Before handling a SIMM, discharge any static electricity by touching a groundedmetal object, such as the metal frame inside the system unit.n Always hold a SIMM by its edges. Avoid touching the components on theSIMM.
