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Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware informationChapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.4.32.4.3
2.4.32.4.3
2.4.3
Installing a DDR2 DIMMInstalling a DDR2 DIMM
Installing a DDR2 DIMMInstalling a DDR2 DIMM
Installing a DDR2 DIMM
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket such
that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the
socket.
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs
or other system components. Failure to do so may cause severe damage
to both the motherboard and the components.
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clipUnlocked retaining clip
Unlocked retaining clip
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notchDDR2 DIMM notch
DDR2 DIMM notch
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• A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the
DIMM.
• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. Do not install
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
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2.4.42.4.4
2.4.42.4.4
2.4.4
Removing a DDR2 DIMMRemoving a DDR2 DIMM
Removing a DDR2 DIMMRemoving a DDR2 DIMM
Removing a DDR2 DIMM
To remove a DIMM:
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notchDDR DIMM notch
DDR DIMM notch
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