72 Removing and Installing Parts
Addressing Memory With 4-GB Configurations
Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you use four 1-GB DIMMs. Current 
32-bit operating systems, such as Microsoft
®
 Windows
®
 XP, can use a maximum of 4 GB of address 
space; however, the amount of memory available to the operating system is less than that installed. 
Certain components within the computer require address space in the 4-GB range. Any address space 
reserved for these components cannot be used by computer memory.
Installing Memory
  CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 
Information Guide.
 
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your 
body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted 
metal surface on the computer chassis.
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Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 65.
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Press the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
1 memory connector farthest 
from processor (DIMM_1)
2 securing clips (2) 3 connector
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