1.7.3 Installing a DIMM

Follow these steps 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 matches the break on the socket.

3.Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

DDR DIMM

Unlocked

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.

1.8Expansion 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.

1.8.1

Standard interrupt assignments

IRQ

Priority

Standard Function

0

1

System Timer

1

2

Keyboard Controller

2

N/A

Programmable Interrupt

3*

11

IRQ holder for PCI steering

4*

12

Communications Port (COM1)

5*

13

IRQ holder for PCI steering

6

14

Floppy Disk Controller

7*

15

Printer Port (LPT1)

8

3

System CMOS/Real Time Clock

9*

4

IRQ holder for PCI steering

10*

5

IRQ holder for PCI steering

11*

6

IRQ holder for PCI steering

12*

7

PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port

13

8

Numeric Data Processor

14*

9

Primary IDE Channel

15*

10

Secondary IDE Channel

*These IRQs are usually available for ISA or PCI devices.

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