iMac Intel 24" EMC 2267 RAM Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Use this guide to replace or upgrade your RAM chips.

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Step 1 Note - most of this guide was taken from the info for: iMac Intel 20" EMC 2266

iMac Intel 24" EMC 2267 RAM Replacement, Note - most of this guide was taken from the info for: iMac Intel 20" EMC 2266: step 1, image 1 of 1

Lay your iMac front side down on a table with the lower edge facing yourself.
Loosen the single Phillips screw PH#2 in the center of the access door.
This screw is captive in the access door.
Remove the access door from your iMac.

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Step 2 Note - most of this guide was taken from the info for: iMac Intel 20" EMC 2266

iMac Intel 24" EMC 2267 RAM Replacement, Note - most of this guide was taken from the info for: iMac Intel 20" EMC 2266: step 2, image 1 of 2

iMac Intel 24" EMC 2267 RAM Replacement, Note - most of this guide was taken from the info for: iMac Intel 20" EMC 2266: step 2, image 2 of 2

Use the sharp end of a spudger to pull the black plastic RAM tabs out of the memory bay. Formatting help
Pull the black plastic RAM tab away from your iMac to eject the RAM chip.

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Step 3

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Grab the RAM chip by its edges and pull it straight out of its slot.
If two RAM chips are installed, repeat this process for the other chip.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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