Asus Guide to Installing and Removing DDR2 DIMMs for Optimal P5VDC-MX Performance

1.7.6Installing a DDR2 DIMM(yellow slots)

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:

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1. Unlock a DIMM socket by	3	DDR2 DIMM
pressing the retaining

clips outward.

2.Align a DIMM on the

socket such that the

notch on the DIMM 1 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.

Unlocked retaining

• 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.

1.7.7Removing a DDR2 DIMM

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 1 damaged when it flips out

with extra force.

2

1

DDR2 DIMM notch

2.Remove the DIMM from the socket.

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