Asus P5KC - Manual (Page 44)

2-20 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.4.3 Installing a DDR2/DDR3 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:
1. Unlock a DIMM socket by
pressing the retaining clips
outward.
2. Align a DIMM on the socket
such that the notch on the DIMM
matches the break on the socket.
3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the
socket until the retaining clips
snap back in place and the DIMM
is properly seated.
• A DDR2/DDR3 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 DDR3 DIMM sockets on this motherboard are orange-colored and do
not support DDR or DDR2 DIMMs. DO NOT install DDR or DDR2 DIMMs
to the DDR3 DIMM sockets.
• The DDR2 DIMM sockets do not support DDR or DDR3 DIMMs. Do not
install DDR or DDR3 DIMMs to the DDR2 DIMM sockets.
Unlocked retaining clip
DIMM notch
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2.4.4 Removing a DIMM
To remove a DIMM:
1. Simultaneously press the retaining
clips outward to unlock the DIMM.
2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
Support the DIMM lightly with
your fingers when pressing the
retaining clips. The DIMM might
get damaged when it flips out
with extra force.
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DIMM notch
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