Figure 27 48-DIMM Memory Carrier Board Slot IDs
Memory Loading Rules and Guidelines
Use the following rules and guidelines when installing memory:
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Install DIMMs in quads.
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Ensure that all DIMMs within a quad are identical.
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Install quads in order of capacity from largest to smallest. For example, install all 2 GB quads
before 1 GB or smaller quads, and install all 1 GB quads before 512 MB quads.
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Side 0 must have equal or greater memory capacity than side 1.
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Install DIMM quads based on the following rules:
Load quads into either side of the memory carrier in order, starting with quad 0 and
ending with quad 5.
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Install the first quad in side 0, quad 0.
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Install the second quad in side 1, quad 0.
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For the remaining quads:
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