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MANO861 Mini ITX Board
24 Hardware Installation
2. Align a SO-DIMM on the socket such that the notch on the SO-DIMM matches the
break on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the SO-DIMM into the socket until the retaining clips snap back in
place and the SO-DIMM is properly seated.
Important

A DDR3 SO-DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. DO NOT force a SO-DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging
the SO-DIMM.

The DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets do not support DDR2 SO-DIMMs. DO
NOT install DDR2 SO-DIMM to the DDR3 SO-DIMM socket.
Caution
Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
SO-DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.
DDR3 SO-DIMM notch
Unlocked retaining clip
Locked retaining clip