The following instructions are applicable to upgrading MSI desktop PCs.

• Precautions about RAM Upgrades
• Check for Supported RAM Modules
• Check for RAM Modules Compatibility
• Install RAM Modules

Precautions about RAM Upgrades

• The number of the RAM slots on your motherboard.
• The maximum RAM size supported by your motherboard.
• Whether the type of memory is compatible with your motherboard.

Note: DDR4 and DDR5 are two mainstream DDR RAM modules. Do not mismatch between the RAM slot on your motherboard and the RAM module. Be sure to check the RAM modules that your motherboard supports before you purchase RAM modules.

Check for Supported RAM Modules

1. Enter MSI official website and click on the “magnifier” icon on the top-right corner, then search for the model number (using “MEG Aegis Ti5 12th” for example, press the “Enter key” to perform the search.

2. Find the model you are searching for and click “Specification”.

3. Check the supported RAM modules based on your desktop model.

Check for RAM Module Compatibility

1. Refer to the image above, click “Support” → “Recommend”.

2. Scroll down to the “Memory Report” section and check the list of compatible RAM modules.

3. The RAM modules may not function properly if they are incompatible with your motherboard. To avoid unexpected errors, please only purchase the RAM modules that have been approved by MSI for your system upgrades.

Install RAM Modules

Note: Before you install or remove RAM modules, please be sure to shut down your computer and unplug its power cord.

• Please refer to the RAM installation guide (or relevant sections) in the user manual. If you plan to install only one RAM module, please install it in the DIMMA2 slot. For two RAM modules, please install them in the DIMMA2 and DIMMB2 slots.
• Align the RAM module to the RAM cartridge and press it down on the RAM cartridge. The RAM clip will automatically lock the RAM module.