2.4.3 I nstalli ng a DI MM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

To install a DIMM:

1.

Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing

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the retaining clips outward.

 

 

2.

Align a DIMM on the socket

 

 

 

such that the notch on the

 

 

 

DIMM matches the break on

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the socket.

 

 

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

back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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DDR2 DI MM notch

Unl ocked retaining clip

•A DDR2 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.

•The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.

2.4.4 Removi ng a DI MM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

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

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips. The DIMM

might get damaged when it 1 flips out with extra force.

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DDR2 DI MM notch

2.Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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