IEI Technology IEM-945GSE, User Manual

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IEM-945GSE ETX 3.0 Module
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5.2 SO-DIMM Installation
To install a SO-DIMM into a SO-DIMM socket, please follow the steps below and refer to
Figure 5-1 .
Figure 5-1: SO-DIMM Installation
Step 1: Locate the SO-DIMM socket . Place the IEM-945GSE on an anti-static pad.
Step 2: Align the SO-DIMM with the socket . The SO-DIMM must be oriented in such a
way that the notch in the middle of the SO-DIMM must be aligned with the
plastic bridge in the socket.
Step 3: Insert the SO-DIMM . Push the SO-DIMM chip into the socket at an angle. (See
Figure 5-1 )
Step 4: Open the SO-DIMM socket arms . Gently pull the arms of the SO-DIMM socket
out and push the rear of the SO-DIMM down. (See Figure 5-1 )
Step 5: Secure the SO-DIMM . Release the arms on the SO-DIMM socket. They clip into
place and secure the SO-DIMM in the socket. Step 0:
5.3 Mounting the IEM-945GSE
WARNING!
Never run the embedded module without an appropriate heat sink.