1.7.3 Installing a DIMM
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause serve damage to both the motherboard and the components.
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
1. | Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing |
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| the retaining clips outward. |
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2. | Align a DIMM on the socket |
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| such that the notch on the DIMM |
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| matches the break on the socket. |
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3. | Firmly insert the DIMM into the |
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snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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.
1.8 Expansion Slots
To install and configure an expansion card:
1.Install an expansion card following the instructions that came with the chassis.
2.Turn on the system and change the necessary BIOS settings, if any. See Chapter 2 for BIOS information.
3.Assign an IRQ to the card. Refer to the tables next page.
4.Install the drivers and/or software applications for the expansion card according to the card documentation.
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