Intel D945GPM manual Installing DIMMs, Installing a DIMM

Intel Desktop Board D945GPM Product Guide

Installing DIMMs

NOTE

Install memory in the DIMM sockets prior to installing the PCI Express video card to avoid interference with the memory retention mechanism.

1.Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23.

2.Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.

3.Remove the computer’s cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 16).

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Figure 16. Installing a DIMM

4.Remove the PCI Express video card if it interferes with the DIMM retaining clips from being easily opened and closed.

5.Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open position.

6.Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.

7.Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 16).

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