Pull the two levers on each side of the memory compartment to eject the memory module that's already installed:.There should be a slight click when the memory has been seated correctly. Don't use the DIMM ejector clips to push in the DIMM, as this can damage the SDRAM DIMM. After you've inserted it, press the DIMM up into the slot with your thumbs.Insert your RAM SO-DIMM into the bottom slot, keeping in mind the orientation of the keyed SO-DIMM:.Move the DIMM ejector clips to their fully open position:.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door on the bottom of the iMac and set it aside:.After you've inserted it, press the DIMM up into the slot.Insert your new or replacement RAM SO-DIMM into the empty slot, noting the orientation of the keyway of the SO-DIMM as shown above.If you're replacing a memory module, untuck the tab and pull it to eject any installed memory module: Untuck the tab in the memory compartment.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door in the bottom of the computer:.Tuck the tabs above the memory DIMMs and reinstall the memory access door:Īfter your iMac has cooled down, follow these steps:.There should be a slight click when the memory has been seated correctly: Insert your new or replacement SO-DIMM into the empty slot, noting the orientation of the keyway of the SO-DIMM as shown below.If you're replacing a memory module, gently pull the tab to eject any installed memory module: Remove the access door and set it aside.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the RAM access door in the bottom of your computer:.Make sure you allow the memory initialisation process to be completed. This process can take 30 seconds or more, and the display of your iMac will remain dark until it's finished. Your iMac will perform a memory initialisation procedure when you first turn it on after upgrading memory or rearranging DIMMs. Reconnect the power cable and all other cables to the computer, then start up the computer. Place the computer in its upright position.You don't need to press the compartment door release button when replacing the compartment door. After you've installed all of your DIMMs, push both memory cage levers back into the housing until they lock into place:.iMac (27-inch, Late 2013) and iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, Late 2014, Mid 2015 and Late 2015) DIMMs have a notch on the bottom right:.iMac (27-inch, Late 2012) and iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2017) DIMMs have a notch on the bottom left:.iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019) DIMMs have a notch on the bottom, slightly to the left of centre:.If your DIMMs are mixed in capacity, minimise the capacity difference between Channel A (slots 1 and 2) and Channel B (slots 3 and 4) when possible. iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020) DIMMs have a notch on the bottom, slightly to the left of centre.Find your model below for specific installation instructions and notch locations: When you insert a DIMM, make sure you align the notch on the DIMM with the DIMM slot.
Push the two levers outwards to release the memory cage: Locate the two levers on the right- and left-hand sides of the memory cage. A diagram on the underside of the compartment door shows the memory cage levers and the orientation of the DIMM.Remove the compartment door and set it aside: The memory compartment door will open as the button is pushed in.Open the memory compartment door by pressing the small grey button that's located just above the AC power port:.Hold the sides of the computer and slowly place the computer face down on the towel or cloth.Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on a desk or other flat surface to prevent the display from getting scratched.Disconnect the power cable and all other cables from your computer.If you've been using your iMac, wait 10 minutes after shutting it down to allow the internal components to cool.Īfter you've shut down your iMac and given it some time to cool down, follow these steps: The internal components of your iMac can get warm.