MSI Z87-MPOWER-MAX manual Memory, Dual -Channel mode Population Rule

Memory

These DIMM slots are used for installing memory modules. For more information on compatible components, please visit http://www.msi.com/service/test-report/

DIMM1

DIMM2

DIMM3

DIMM4

Video Demonstration

Watch the video to learn how to install memories at the address below. http://youtu.be/76yLtJaKlCQ

Dual-Channel mode Population Rule

In Dual-Channel mode, the memory modules can transmit and receive data with two data bus channels simultaneously. Enabling Dual-Channel mode can enhance system performance. The following illustrations explain the population rules for Dual-Channel mode.

Chapter 1

DIMM2

DIMM4

DIMM1

DIMM2

DIMM3

DIMM4

Important

•DDR3 memory modules are not interchangeable with DDR2, and the DDR3 standard is not backward compatible. Always install DDR3 memory modules in DDR3 DIMM slots.

•To ensure system stability, memory modules must be of the same type and density in Dual-Channel mode.

•Due to chipset resource usage, the system will only detect up to 31+ GB of memory (not full 32 GB) when all DIMM slots have 8GB memory modules installed.

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