Please read the following installation directions before using i-RAM:

Step 1: Install Memory Module(s)

Place i-RAM card on an anti-static pad. The DIMM socket

 

has a notch, so the memory module can only fit in one

 

direction. Push the clips at either end of the DIMM socket

 

outwards to the open position. Insert the memory module into

 

the DIMM socket. Then push it down until the retaining clips

 

snap into place (Figure 1).

Figure 1

We recommend slotting memory modules from the top socket.

 

To remove the memory module, support the memory module with your

 

fingers while spreading the clips. This prevents the memory module from

 

being damaged when it pops out.

 

Step 2: Install i-RAM

 

Select a free PCI slot and remove the screw and slot bracket.

Figure 2

Press the i-RAM card firmly into the slot and replace the

 

screw to secure the slot bracket of the i-RAM card. (Figure 2)

 

Step 3: Connect SATA Cable

 

Attach one end of the SATA interface cable to the SATA

 

connector on the i-RAM card (Figure 3). Locate an available

 

SATA connector on your motherboard and plug the other end

 

of the SATA interface cable into the SATA connector.

Figure 3

Step 4: Configure System BIOS

At system startup, enter system BIOS when prompted. Read the motherboard or system documentation and assure that the motherboard SATA port connecting to i-RAM is enabled. Finally, make sure i-RAM has been detected as a normal hard drive by system BIOS.

Step 5: Format i-RAM

In order for i-RAM to be visible in your operating system, it must be formatted. You can format i-RAM using FDISK, Windows Disk Management or other third-party tools.

You are now ready to use i-RAM as a normal hard drive.

LEDs Information:

The LEDs in the top right of the battery holder provide the following information:

English

LED

Color

Description

PHY_READY

Blue

i-RAM is correctly detected

HD_LED

Blue

i-RAM is writing or reading data

3VDUAL

Yellow

i-RAM is powered by motherboard

CHARGING

Yellow

The battery is being charged

LED

Color

Description

FULL

Green

The battery is at full charge

FAULT

Red

Battery malfunctions

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