Introduction
For an easy power boost, replace the RAM—the only upgrade that doesn't require cutting the adhesive behind the display.
Tools
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While holding the display steady, use the flat end of a spudger to press in on the RAM door release button, located just above the power port.
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Use your thumbs or index fingers to unlock the tray by pushing the tabs outward, away from the RAM.
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Pull the tabs out and down, swinging the RAM tray down to a near-horizontal position.
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Remove a stick of RAM by grabbing it with two hands and pulling straight out of the RAM tray.
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To install a new module, insert the module into the desired slot in the tray and press it firmly in place. Push the tray back up until it locks in place.
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Re-insert the RAM access door back into its place.
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Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
3 comments
If you have two original RAM sticks, they're installed in alternating slots, so there's no need to move anything around to install two more - just use the empty slots.
matt -
Ich habe diese Anleitung genutzt bei meinem 27“ late 2013 Mac. Zu den vorhandenen Speichern von 2x4GB habe ich in die leeren Slots je einen 8GB Speicher eingesetzt. Das ging problemlos so wie beschrieben. Habe kein Werkzeug gebraucht. Die Taste zum Öffnen konnte ich mit dem Daumennagel hineindrücken. Der gesamte Speicher wird mit 24GB angezeigt. Vielen Dank für diese Hilfe!
Nedra -
Hello. My Imac (27-inch, Late 2012) has the original memory (2x4GB Elpida) in slots 1 and 2. When trying to install in slots 1+3, 1+4, 2+3, 2+4 it beeps three times and the Mac does not start. Replacing the original memory in slots 1+2 with new memory (2x8GB) is successful. Can not add memory to slots 3 and 4 (old memory or new). Please advise where to look for the problem.
Олег Б. -
Buenos días!!!
Cómo le hago si mi iMac no tiene puertita!!! Se tiene que despegar la Pantalla???
alterego69 -
Hello! The procedure depends on the iMac's model. Find the exact iMac for the proper guide.
¡Hola! El procedimiento depende del modelo de iMac. Encuentra el iMac exacto para la guía adecuada.
Arthur Shi -
No hay que despegar la pantalla para este tipo de reparación. Si no encuentras el compartimento entonces puede que estes mirando al imac equivocado o quizas un monitor.
overdas -