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2.4.2Memory configurations
You may install 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB non‑ECC, unbuffered, DDR2 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the
•It is recommended to install the memory modules from the yellow slots for better overclocking capability.
•Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor.
•If you install four 1 GB memory modules, the system may only recognize less than 3GB because the address space is reserved for other critical functions. This limitation appears on Windows® XP/Vista
•If you install Windows® XP/Vista
•This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128 Mb chips.
• Due to chipset limitation, this motherboard can only support up to 8 GB on the operating systems listed below. You may install a maximum of 2 GB DIMMs on each slot.
Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition
Windows® Vista x64 Edition
•The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its SPD. Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a lower frequency than the
•The memory modules may require a better cooling system to work stably under full loading (4 DIMMs) or overclocking setting.
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