Introduction
Use this guide to replace or upgrade your RAM chips.
Tools
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Lay your iMac front side down on a table with the lower edge facing yourself.
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Loosen the single Phillips screw PH#2 in the center of the access door.
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Remove the access door from your iMac.
 
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Use the sharp end of a spudger to pull the black plastic RAM tabs out of the memory bay. Formatting help
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Pull the black plastic RAM tab away from your iMac to eject the RAM chip.
 
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Grab the RAM chip by its edges and pull it straight out of its slot.
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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.