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Chapter 5

Chapter Five discusses the role of memory as the temporary workspace for a computer's processor, highlighting the importance of saving data to permanent storage before shutdown. It details the types of physical memory used in PCs, including ROM, DRAM, and SRAM, and provides guidance on selecting and installing RAM. Additionally, it outlines troubleshooting beep codes related to memory failures for different BIOS systems.

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Chapter 5

Chapter Five discusses the role of memory as the temporary workspace for a computer's processor, highlighting the importance of saving data to permanent storage before shutdown. It details the types of physical memory used in PCs, including ROM, DRAM, and SRAM, and provides guidance on selecting and installing RAM. Additionally, it outlines troubleshooting beep codes related to memory failures for different BIOS systems.

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CHAPTER FIVE: MEMORY

• Memory is the workspace for the computer’s


processor.
• It is a temporary storage area where the programs
and data being operated on by the processor must
reside.
• Memory storage is considered temporary because
the data and programs remain there only as long as
the computer has electrical power or is not reset.
• Before being shut down or reset, any data that has
been changed should be saved to a more
permanent storage device (usually a hard disk) so it
can be reloaded into memory in the future
Physical Memory

• Physically, the main memory in a system is a collection of


chips or modules containing chips that are usually plugged
into the motherboard.
• Three main types of physical memory are used in modern
PCs:
■ ROM. Read-only memory
■ DRAM. Dynamic random access memory
■ SRAM. Static RAM- is a memory chip that is used as cache
memory. SRAM is used as cache memory to store the most
frequently used data
Select RAM

• New RAM may be needed when an application locks up


or the computer displays frequent error messages.

 When selecting new RAM, check the


compatibility with the current motherboard.
 The speed of the new RAM must be the same or
faster than the existing RAM.
Upgrade and Configure RAM
CAUTION: Work on an antistatic mat. Wear a wrist
strap.
1. Remove the existing RAM by freeing retaining clips that secure it. Pull it
from the socket.
2. Insert the new RAM, and lock it into place with the retaining clips.
3. The RAM should be
discovered by the
system.
4. If the BIOS does not
indicate the presence
of the correct amount
of RAM, troubleshoot.
Install RAM
 RAM provides temporary data storage for the CPU while the computer is operating.
 RAM should be installed in the motherboard before the motherboard is placed in the
computer case.
 RAM installation steps:
1. Align the notches on the RAM module to the keys in the slot and press down
until the side tabs click into place.
2. Make sure that the side tabs have locked the RAM module and visually check
for exposed contacts.
Upgrade and Configure RAM
• Increasing the amount of system RAM almost
always improves overall system performance.
• Prior to upgrading or replacing the RAM, there are
some questions you must answer:
– What type of RAM does the motherboard currently use?
– Can the RAM be installed one module at a time, or
should it be grouped into matching banks?
– Are there any available RAM slots?
– Does the new RAM chip match the speed, latency, type,
and voltage of the existing RAM?
…. Upgrade…
• Remove the existing RAM by freeing retaining clips
that secure it. Pull it from the socket.
• Make sure to insert the memory module completely
into the socket. RAM can cause serious damage to
the motherboard if it is incorrectly aligned
Beep code
AMI BIOS BEEP CODES
Beep Code Meaning
2 short Memory failure
1 long, 3 short Memory failure

AWARD BIOS BEEP CODES


Beep Code Meaning
1 long Memory error
Continuous beeps Memory or video failure

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