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Chapter 1: Hardware information
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 DDR1 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.
A DDR 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.
Unlocked retaining clip
DDR DIMM notch
1
2
1
Locked Retaining Clip
DDR DIMM notch
1
2
1
1.7.3 Installing a DDR1 DIMM
1.7.4 Removing a DDR1 DIMM
To remove a DDR1 DIMM:
1. Simultaneously press the
retaining clips outward to unlock
the DIMM.
Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.