Asus PTGD1-LA manual Installing a DDR Dimm, Removing a DDR Dimm

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3.2 Installing a DDR DIMM

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

To install a DIMM:

1. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.

2. Align a DIMM on the socket such

that the notch on the DIMM

2

DDR DIMM notch

1

matches the break on the socket.

1

Unlocked retaining clip

A DDR DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the DIMM.

3.Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips

snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

Locked Retaining Clip

3.3 Removing a DDR DIMM

To remove a DIMM:

1.Simultaneously press the retaining clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

2

1

1DDR DIMM notch

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2.Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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Contents Motherboard Contents Rear panel PTGD1-LA specifications summaryIeee 24.5cm 9.6in Motherboard layoutCentral Processing Unit CPU Installing the CPULoad plate Asus PTGD1-LA Puffer M-UL8E System memory Memory configurationsRecommended memory configurations Removing a DDR Dimm Installing a DDR DimmStandard interrupt assignments Expansion slotsPCI slots PCI Express slotClear RTC RAM 3-pin Clrtc JumpersRear panel connectors ConnectorsAudio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel configuration Floppy disk drive connector 34-1 pin Floppy Internal connectorsIDE connector 40-1 pin IDE Atxpwr ATX power connectors 24-pin ATXPWR, 4-pin ATX12VImportant notes on Serial ATA Serial ATA connectors Pin SATA1, SATA2, SATA3, SATA4USB connectors 10-1 pin FRONTUSB1, FRONTUSB2 Ieee 1394a connector 10-1 pin FRONT1394Internal audio connectors 4-pin CD-IN, Flinein CPU and System fan connectors 4-pin CPUFAN, 3-pin SysfanPTGD1-LA Front headphone connector 10-1 pin FrontaudioReset button System panel connector 10-1 pin FrontpanelSystem power LED Power/Soft-off button