Gigabyte GA-73PVM-S2H user manual Installing the Memory, Installing a Memory

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1-4 Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:

Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of

the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

1-4-1 Installing a Memory

Before installing a memory module , make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR2 DIMMs are not compatible to DDR DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR2 DIMMs on this motherboard.

Notch

DDR2 DIMM

A DDR2 memory module has a notch, so it can only fit in one direction. Follow the steps below to correctly install your memory modules in the memory sockets.

Step 1:

Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the socket. As indicated in the picture on the left, place your fingers on the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it vertically into the memory socket.

Step 2:

The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the memory module is securely inserted.

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Contents GA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Copyright DisclaimerDocumentation Classifications Identifying Your Motherboard RevisionTable of Contents Regulatory Statements Box Contents GA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Hardware Installation Installation PrecautionsProduct Specifications CPU4 Mbit flash Page Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler Installing the CPUCPU Socket Lever Installing the CPU Cooler Installing the Memory Installing a MemoryInstalling an Expansion Card PCI Express x16 Graphics Card Support List Gigabyte GV-RX30HM128D Back Panel Connectors PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortSub Port DVI-D PortOptical S/PDIF Out Connector USB PortIeee 1394a Port ESATA 3Gb/s PortMic In Jack Pink Dual Display ConfigurationsPlayback of HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs Internal Connectors IDE Coma SATAII0/1/2 LPT Pwrled Battery Clrcmos FpanelGND FDD Floppy Disk Drive Connector CPUFAN/SYSFAN Fan HeadersIDE IDE Connector SATAII0/1/2 Sata 3Gb/s ConnectorsPwrled System Power LED Header BatteryFpanel Front Panel Header Cdin CD In Connector Faudio Front Panel Audio HeaderSpdifio S/PDIF In/Out Header FUSB1/FUSB2/FUSB3 USB Headers, Yellow15 F11394 Ieee 1394a Header, Gray Coma Serial Port HeaderLPT Parallel Port Header CI Chassis Intrusion HeaderClrcmos Clearing Cmos Jumper GA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Bios Setup Following screen may appear when the computer boots Startup ScreenBios Setup Program Function Keys Sample Bios Version F4aMain Menu „ Standard Cmos Features „ Advanced Bios Features„ Power Management Setup „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationsDate TimeIDE Channel 0 Master/Slave IDE Channel 2/3 Master/SlaveFloppy 3 Mode Support Drive aHalt on MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority First/Second/Third Boot DevicePassword Check HDD S.M.A.R.T. CapabilityLimit Cpuid Max. to 3 Note No-Execute Memory Protect NoteCPU Enhanced Halt C1E Note CPU Thermal Monitor 2 TM2 NoteIDE Prefetch Mode SATA-II RAID ConfigOn-Chip IDE Channel0 NV Serial-ATA ControllerOnchip Sata Mode Onboard LAN Boot ROMSATA-II Pri-Master RAID SATA-II Pri-Slave RAIDSmart LAN LAN Cable Diagnostic Function When No LAN Cable Is AttachedParallel Port Mode ECP Mode Use DMALegacy USB storage detect Onboard Serial PortModem Ring On PME Event Wake UpUSB Resume from Suspend Power-On by Alarm Power On By MousePower On By Keyboard KB Power on PasswordPCI 1 IRQ Assignment PnP/PCI ConfigurationsPCI 2 IRQ Assignment Reset Case Open Status Current System/CPU TemperatureCPU Warning Temperature Case OpenedCPU Smart FAN Control CPU Smart FAN ModeSystem Smart FAN Control FSB & Memory Config MB Intelligent TweakerM.I.TParameters/ Setting/ Current Value FSB-Memory Clock ModeCurrent CPU Freq, MHz FSB-Memory RatioLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimized DefaultsSet Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingDrivers Installation Installing Chipset DriversSoftware Applications Driver CD InformationHardware Information Contact UsGA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Before You Begin Xpress Recovery2System Requirements Installation and Configuration Installing Windows XP and Partitioning the Hard DrivePage Accessing Xpress Recovery2 Using the Backup Function in Xpress Recovery2Removing the Backup Using the Restore Function in Xpress Recovery2Exiting Xpress Recovery2 Bios Update Utilities Updating the Bios with the Q-Flash UtilityUpdating the Bios Page Installing and Using @BIOS Updating the Bios with the @BIOS UtilityOptions and Instructions Update the Bios without Using the Internet Update Function EasyTune EasyTune 5 Interface Button Information TableWindows Vista ReadyBoost Configuring Sata Hard Drives Configuring the Onboard Sata ControllerTo configure Sata hard drives, follow the steps below Installing Sata hard drives in your computerConfiguring Sata controller mode in Bios Setup RAIDConfiguring RAID set in RAID Bios AppendixYES BBS Required for Ahci and RAID Mode Making a Sata RAID/AHCI Driver DisketteInstalling the Sata RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System Installing Windows XPSelect Nvidia nForce Storage Controller and press Enter Enter= Continue R=Repair F3=Exit Installing Windows Vista Note \Chipset\IDE\Vista\MCP7364\IDE\WinVista64\sataraidPage Configuring 2/4/5.1/7.1-Channel Audio Configuring Audio Input and OutputConfiguring Speakers Activating an AC97 Front Panel Audio Module Configuring Sound EffectMuting the Back Panel Audio For HD Audio Only Installing the S/PDIF In and Out Cable Optional Installing the S/PDIF In and Out CablePdif Pdif outConfiguring S/PDIF out Configuring Microphone Recording Appendix Recording the Sound Using the Sound RecorderPlaying the Sound Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Procedure StartEND Regulatory Notices Weee Symbol StatementOur Commitment to Preserving the Environment China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table GA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Appendix GA-73PVM-S2H Motherboard Contact Us B.T. INC USA MexicoGigabyte Global Service System