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$25.00 labor + the exact cost of chips, shipping & tax if applicable (compare with Staples labor price of $39.99)

Order RAM that is most compatible with your computer, physically install it, make sure your system is working properly, and then run a RAM stress test.

Do you use memory hungry software such as video editing software (ex - Adobe After Effects), drafting software or database management software? Running out of memory?

If your computer is running slow, you can check to see if your computer is low on available physical and available virtual memory by viewing the system information screen.  Here's how....

Click START > All programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Information

Click START > Run > then type in "Msinfo32"

In the case of this particular computer, which has 4 GB of RAM, there is plenty of physical and virtual memory...

OR you may wish to save $$ by upgrading your memory chip capacity yourself. Many manufacturers provide online instructions on how to do it yourself. Often these instructions are posted by the manufacturer in PDF format in a "Hardware Guide" or "User Manual".  Adding memory is one of the easiest computer repair tasks you can do... Almost as easy as changing your socks. Be sure to unplug power to the computer and take anti-static precautions when handling chips and working inside your computer.