User Guide • PC1-GROOVE • Core
TM
i7
CompactPCI
®
CPU Board
Installing or Replacing the Memory Module
Note: If you decide to replace the memory, observe the precautions in 'Before You Begin'
By default, the PC1-GROOVE is delivered with onboard memory only, the SODIMM DDR3 SDRAM
socket is empty.
To expand the memory a DDR3 SDRAM SODIMM module may be inserted in the socket SODM1. It is
necessary to use an SODIMM that provide
Serial Presence Detect
(SPD) information, since this allows
the chipset to accurately configure the memory settings for optimum performance.
A replacement memory module must match the 204-pin SODIMM form factor (known from
Notebook PCs), DDR3, V
CC
=1.5V, PC3-6400/PC3-8500 (800/1066MHz), on-die termination (ODT),
unbuffered, non-ECC style. Suitable modules are available up to 4GB. The Core
TM
i7 memory controller
supports modules of up to a maximum of 16 address lines (A0...A15). Memory modules organized by
more than 16 address lines are not suitable.
Replacement of the Battery
When your system is turned off, a battery maintains the voltage to run the time-of-day clock and to
keep the values in the CMOS RAM. The battery should last during the lifetime of the PC1-GROOVE.
For replacement, the old battery must be unsoldered, and the new one soldered. We suggest that you
send back the board to EKF for battery replacement.
Warning
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced or shorted. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type. Do not expose a battery to fire.
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