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Chapter 6
Installing and Removing Options
You can enhance the performance of your computer by adding a
variety of options, including the following:
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Option cards
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Memory modules
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An option card is a circuit board you install in your computer to
add a particular function. Most option cards contain a device,
such as a modem, or provide an interface, such as a connector to
which you connect a monitor. This chapter describes how to
install option cards and configure your computer for use with
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Memory modules-also called SIMMs (single inline memory
modules)-allow you to increase the amount of memory in your
computer. This chapter describes the types and amounts of
SIMMs you can use in your computer. If you want to install
memory modules, it is best to ask your dealer to do it for you.
You can, however, follow the instructions in this chapter to
install them yourself.
Note
It is best to add memory to your computer by installing
SIMMs rather than an optional memory card. Using memory
modules is more efficient because your computer can access
memory installed on memory modules faster than memory
installed on a card. Also, you do not need to use one of your
options slots.
If you do install a memory card, it will slow the performance
of your computer.
Installing and Removing Options
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