Gateway ALR 9200 To Install DIMMs, Installing DIMMs, Figure 12: Installing a DIMM, 1.Holding the DIMM only by its edges, remove it from its antistatic package

Installing DIMMs

When adding and removing DIMMs, remember that DIMMs must be installed or removed by banks. Each bank consists of four DIMM sockets. All DIMMs in the bank must be installed and all must be of the same size and speed. See Figure 4 on page 23 for the location of the DIMM sockets in each bank.

To Install DIMMs

1.Holding the DIMM only by its edges, remove it from its antistatic package.

2.Orient the DIMM so that the two notches in the bottom edge of the DIMM align with the keyed socket on the memory module.

3.Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket, then press down firmly on the DIMM until it seats correctly (see Figure 12).

Figure 12: Installing a DIMM

Caution!

Use extreme care when installing a DIMM. Applying too much pressure can damage the socket. DIMMs are keyed and can be inserted in only one way.

Mixing dissimilar metals might cause memory failures later, resulting in data corruption. Install DIMMs with gold-plated edge connectors only in gold-plated sockets.

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