4. Remove old RAM (optional).
The easiest way to upgrade your RAM is to add to what you have. But if all the slots are filled, you'll need to remove some of the old modules. DIMMs have clips on each side. Move the clips to the side, and pull the old modules straight out of the slots. If they feel tight, rock them gently.
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