GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY GA-7PTSH, User Manual

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- 14 - Hardware Installation
1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Installation Step:
Step 1. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
Step 2. Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM slots to lock the DIMM module.
Note: For dual-channel operation, DIMMs must be installed in matched pairs.
Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.
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1-4-3 DIMM Population Table
1N
1N
2N
Empty
Empty
Single-Rank
Single-Rank Single-Rank
Dual-Rank
2N Dual-Rank Dual-Rank
U-DIMM
1N or 2N DIMM1 DIMM0
1N
1N
1N
Empty
Empty
Empty
Single-Rank
Single-Rank
Dual-Rank
2N
2N
2N
Dual-Rank
Quad-Rank
Quad-Rank
Quad-Rank
Dual-Rank
Single-Rank
R-DIMM
1N or 2N DIMM1 DIMM0