Installing RAM

• 1). Turn off the computers, and open up both cases. Locate the memory bays, which are a series of rectangular, beige-colored holsters typically located near a corner of the motherboard.
  
  
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  RAM can break easily if you pull too hard.ram image by danimages from Fotolia.com
  
  Unlock the latches on each bay, and pull out the sticks of RAM from the old computer, making sure not to apply excessive pressure.
  
  
• 3). Install the RAM in the memory bays of the new computer, close the case and turn on the computer. If you placed the RAM properly, the computer should boot normally.
  
  

Disc Drives

• 1). Turn off the computers, and open up both cases. Locate the disc drives in both computers. The disc drives will typically be mounted in a holding chamber in the upper part of the case.
  
  
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  Transferring a disc drive only requires unplugging and unscrewing.cd drive image by Paul Moore from Fotolia.com
  
  Unplug any cables connecting the drive to the old computer, and remove the mounting screws. There will typically be four screws securing the drive to the computer.
  
  
• 3). Transfer the old drive to the new computer, and reattach the screws and cables. Turn on your computer to ensure that the new drive is properly detected.