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Hardware Installation
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2.2 System Memory
The system board is equipped with
three 168-pin DIMM (Dual In-line
Memory Module) sockets that
support x64/x72 unbuffered PC
SDRAM DIMM, 3.3V.
PC SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic
Random Access Memory) uses a fast
memory interface technology that
includes using the clock on the chip
to synchronize with the CPU clock
so that the timing of the memory
chips and the timing of the CPU are
synchronized. This saves time during
transmission of data, subsequently increasing system performance.
Pin 1
Notch
Key
Tab
Tab
2.2.1 Installing the DIM Module
A DIM module simply snaps into a DIMM socket on the system
board. Pin 1 of the DIM module must correspond with Pin 1 of the
socket.
1. Pull the tabs which are at the ends of the socket to the side.
2. Position the DIMM above the socket with the notches in the
module aligned with the keys on the socket.
3. Seat the module vertically into the socket. Make sure it is
completely seated. The tabs will hold the DIMM in place.
