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iMac G5 20" Model A1145 RAM Replacement

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crwdns2875830:0crwdne2875830:0 Andrew Bookholt (crwdns2886893:04crwdne2886893:0)
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Upgrade your RAM for an instant increase in speed.

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  1. Orient the iMac face-side down on a table with the bottom edge facing yourself.

    • Orient the iMac face-side down on a table with the bottom edge facing yourself.

    • Remove the two Phillips screws securing the access door to the bottom grille of your iMac.

    • The screws are captive in the access door.

    • 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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  2. Remove the access door.

    • Remove the access door.

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  4. Insert your fingers into the two RAM arms and pull both arms toward yourself to eject the RAM chip.

    • Insert your fingers into the two RAM arms and pull both arms toward yourself to eject the RAM chip.

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  5. Slide the RAM chip straight out of its socket.

    • Slide the RAM chip straight out of its socket.

    • Make sure both RAM arms are fully rotated outward before reinstalling your RAM chip.

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

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