Hardware Upgrades
Configurations for RIMM Installation
When installing RIMMs on the memory expansion board, you must adhere to one of the following four configurations for optimal performance.
CRIMMs must be installed in all unpopulated RIMM sockets on channels being used.
Configuration 1: One Pair of RIMMs
Location | Contents |
RIMM Sockets 1 and 2 | CRIMM |
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RIMM Sockets 3 and 4 | RIMM |
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RIMM Sockets 5 and 6 | Empty |
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RIMM Sockets 7 and 8 | Empty |
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Configuration 2: Two Pairs of RIMMs
Location | Contents |
RIMM Sockets 1 and 2 | CRIMM |
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RIMM Sockets 3 and 4 | RIMM |
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RIMM Sockets 5 and 6 | RIMM |
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RIMM Sockets 7 and 8 | CRIMM |
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