Asus TX97-XE - Manual (Page 21)

ASUS TX97-XE User’s Manual 21
III. INSTALLATION
III. INST
ALLA
TION
System Memory
DIMM Memory Installation Procedures
Insert the module as shown. Because the number of pins are different on either side
of the breaks, the module will only fit in the orientation as shown. DRAM SIMM
modules have the same pin contact on both sides. SDRAM DIMM modules have
different pin contacts on each side and therefore have a higher pin density.
168 Pin DIMM Memory Sockets
88 Pins 60 Pins 20 Pins
Lock
R
The Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) memory module must be a 3.3Volt Un-
buffered Synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) for this motherboard. You can identify
the type of DIMM module by the illustration below:
168-Pin DIMM Notch Key Definitions (3.3V)
DRAM Key Position Voltage Key Position
Unbuffered RFU
Buffered
Reserved
3.3V
5.0V
The notch on the DIMM module will shift between left, center, or right to identify
the type and also to prevent the wrong type to be inserted into the DIMM slot on the
motherboard. You must ask your retailer for the specifications before purchasing.
Four clock signals are supported on this motherboard.