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iMac Intel 17" RAM Replacement

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Written By: Walter Galan (and 9 other contributors)
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Introduction

Upgrade your RAM for an instant increase in speed!

  1. Loosen the two captive Phillips screws securing the access door to the iMac. Remove the access door from the iMac.

    • Loosen the two captive Phillips screws securing the access door to the iMac.

    • Remove the access door from the iMac.

    • Before beginning the repair, unplug the computer and press and hold the power switch for 20-30 seconds, to discharge internal capacitors.

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  3. Rotate the two RAM arms outward from the iMac to eject the RAM chips. Slide the RAM chips out of their slots.

    • Rotate the two RAM arms outward from the iMac to eject the RAM chips.

    • Slide the RAM chips out of their slots.

    • Be sure the two RAM chips are fully inserted into the iMac before reinstalling any RAM arms.

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