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Question posted by timinatorlover on May 11th, 2013

Where Do U Put The Memory

where do u put the memory

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Answer #1: Posted by DreadPirateRoberts on July 31st, 2013 6:50 AM

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If you are unsure how to install the memory the best thing to do is to seek out the help of a pc tech. It only takes 5 volts of static electrcity to fry your motherboard.

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