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Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.6.3 Installing a DIMM
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.
Follow these steps to install a DIMM.
1. Locate the DIMM sockets in the
motherboard.
2. Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the
retaining clips outward.
3. Align a DIMM on the socket such that
the notch on the DIMM matches the
break on the socket.
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.
4. Firmly insert the DIMM into the socket
until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly seated.
1.6.4 Removing a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a 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.
Unlocked Retaining
Clip
DDR DIMM notch
Locked Retaining Clip