Computer Memory Upgrade

An install guide on how to add or upgrade computer memory

SDRAM, DDR, DDR2 Computer Memory Upgrade

Antistatic Wrist Strap

Before installing the memory module in your computer, it's very important to put on an antistatic wrist strap. The alligator clip should be attached to a nonpainted metal surface on the case. The antistatic wrist strap prevents static electricity from building up. RAM modules are very sensitive. They can be electronically destoyed by a charge of static electricity. As an extra precaution, it's a good idea not to shuffle around while working inside the computer case. If you need to change position then let go of any electronic component, change your position, get comfortable again, then touch the nonpainted metal surface of the case with your hand before touching anything else. Touching the nonpainted metal surface of the case with your hand is another way to harmlessly release any static buildup. But this is an extra precautionary step - you should still always wear the antistatic wrist strap while working inside the case for any reason. Good anti-static wrist straps are not expensive, such as this Belkin anti-static wrist strap from Amazon.

Computer Memory Upgrade - Antistatic Wrist Strap




Skip Ahead

  How To Add Or Upgrade System Memory (RAM) For Your Computer - Home
  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
  Fix For "Out Of Memory" Error On Windows 98/98SE/ME Systems With More Than 512MB Of RAM
  Windows Problems With 4GB Of RAM
  DDR, DDR2 Computer Memory Upgrade
  Computer Preparation
  Inside The Computer Case
  The Computer Memory Slots
  The Computer RAM - DDR, DDR2 Memory Modules
  Antistatic Wrist Strap
  Installing The Computer RAM - DDR, DDR2 Memory Module
  Installing The Computer RAM - DDR, DDR2 Memory Module (continued)
  Final Computer Steps
  How To Change The Virtual Memory Swap File Size


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