how to install mem.?

Question

i had got some mem. from a guy on the street and i was wanting to find out how i go about installing it do i just put it in and the computer will take it or is there more to it i dont want to mess my computer up

Answer 1

Each computer's different: you asking hardware-wise or software-wise? If hardware-wise, go to the manufacturer's website, surf around their knowledge base on and on, and eventually you'll most likely find an article about where to unscrew the plate, place the card, and screw the plate back (complete with photos). I found such an article for my HP. As far as the software, I think my techie at the computer shop said he just did this, rebooted, and the OS just came up fine with new memory recognised.

Answer 2

You bought "mem" from "a guy on the street"?

This statement leads me to suggest that you do not install it yourself. Most PC's require a specific type of RAM (memory). The effect of installing an incompatible type may range from no change to crippling system performance. However, installing RAM is normally a matter of snapping the stick of RAM inot the slot on the motherboard.

I suggest visiting your PC manufacturers website to learn more about what type of RAM your system uses and where it is located. If you do nto feel confident installing it yourself I would also suggest having someone with a bit of experience do it for you

Answer 3

Assuming that the memory is the correct ypre, size and speed for your computer, you should just be able to plug it in and have it work.

If you attempt to add it, and it does not want to easily fit in, do not force it. It is probably the wrong memory. (It will have a couple "notches" along the bottom of the memory. They have to line up correctly with your PC's memory slot for them to go in.)

Once the memory has been added, reboot the PC. If it does not boot, beeps, and give you no display, turn it off and remove the memory. It was the wrong speed or size for your computer.

If you install the memory have then have issues with in locking up or crashing, remove the memory. It is the wrong type.

Answer 4

Well, most just snap into place, and if it fits, there is a chance it may work. If it doesn't fit, sell it to someone else and take your computer to a shop to get the right memory.

Answer 5

First you need to know those memory you got from a street guy can support your computer or not. If it'll support just plug it into a memory slot, that's it.

Answer 6

Yes and no . Do you have extra slot for more memory or are you replacing the memory you already have ? What is your computer model,what type of memory did you get ?

Answer 7

thats really a bad idea unless u know exactly the type and speed of memory u already have ....

Answer 8

here's an idea if you don't know don't do it!!!!!