Install ram before or after...

[DJJAZZYJET]

I got my crucial ram sticks, my imac is coming tommorow. Shall i install the ram before i turn on the machine or after the machine has gone through the setup process and is ready to kick some ass I think installing the ram first might be a good idea considering there will be no static electricity, but i dont know if there are any risks inserting the ram before the computer starts up. Help me out forum

 

[simsaladimbamba]

It really doesn't matter.

 

[Eduardo1971]

You are thinking too much about it.

As the previous responder noted: it does not make any difference-just install and enjoy your new computer.

 

[tomville]

I like to run the machine for a while before making any upgrades. It doesn't make any technical difference, but allows you to appreciate the performance upgrade by actually experiencing the difference the RAM makes.

 

[03jcrhr]

I would use the original RAM for a bit just to make sure the iMac is in full working order, then there won't be any problems in taking it back for a replacement.

 

[iMerik]

Similar/same discussion here: https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1172554/

 

[DJJAZZYJET]

ok

ill do it after, saves me the time to de-installing it if the imac is faulty or if it damadges the raM Because its faulty