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Re: Helping a friend with their imac: installing software??

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From: ann bishop
Date: Wed, 08 Dec 2004 02:15
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Nikki <user@ccount.dot> wrote:

> Buy RAM !!  It sounds to me like you can't judge the workability of
> anything else while the system is struggling.
> 
> Try Nick, in Melbourne - a reliable supplier for many of us. Phone him
> to make sure you get the right sticks, and do so in the presence of the
> iMac so you can check model details or whatever. The term 'iMac' refers
> to a whole series of boxen; you'll need more info to determine the
> right RAM.
> 
> http://www.applebits.bigstep.com/
> 
> Next, look out for a manual for your iMac
> 
> http://home.wanadoo.nl/manual.man/manuals.html
> 
> That's an old link, hope it still works.
> 
> I can't comment on iMacs. But I've been inside all the Macs I've ever
> had. I'm not a techie but so far no damage and no shocks. You're right
> to be careful of the CRT but you can usually slip RAM in without much
> fuss. Just be careful to remove all cables but remove the mains last,
> and then touch the power supply casing to discharge any static your
> body may be carrying. And work hard on avoiding the temptation to clean
> up the circuit boards; play safe and leave the dust where it is!
> 
> Good luck Ari - and don't be shy to ask again.
> 
> Nikki

I too have fiddled inside of all 3 Macs I've owned at different
times,never had a problem doing what I set out to do.
You'll find things are fairly easy to get at and easy to install.
I suggest you follow Nikki's advice.

Good luck but it's not going to be as bad as you think.;-)
-- 
annieb

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Subject: Re: Helping a friend with their imac: installing software??
From: anniebish@optusnet.com.au (ann bishop)
Date: Wed, 8 Dec 2004 13:15:49 +1100
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