Asus P5AD2 Deluxe User Manual

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C h a p t e r 2 : H a r d w a r e i n f o r m a t i o n

2.4.3

Installing a DIMM

Unplug the power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or other
system components. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to both
the motherboard and the components.

To install a DIMM:

Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.

Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the
DIMM matches the break on
the socket.

Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the
DIMM is properly seated.

2.4.4

Removing a DIMM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

Simultaneously press the retaining
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.

Remove the DIMM from the socket.

•

A DDR2 DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one
direction. Do not force a DIMM into a socket to avoid damaging the
DIMM.

•

The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR DIMMs. DO not install
DDR DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.

U n l o c k e d r e t a i n i n g c l i p

D D R 2 D I M M n o t c h

Support the DIMM lightly
with your fingers when
pressing the retaining
clips. The DIMM might get
damaged when it flips out
with extra force.

D D R 2 D I M M n o t c h