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4 installing a dimm – Asus SK8V User Manual

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ASUS SK8V motherboard

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Obtain DDR DIMMs only from ASUS qualified vendors for better system
performance. Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for the latest
qualified vendor’s list.

Legend:

A* -

supports one module inserted in the slot referred in Table 1, in a Single-channel memory
configuration.

B* -

supports one pair of modules inserted into either the blue slots or the yellow slots as one
pair of Dual-channel memory configuration .

C* -

support for 4 modules inserted into the blue & yellow slots as two pairs of Dual-channel

memory configuration.

2.4.4 Installing a DIMM

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the

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

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.

Unlocked Retaining Clip

DDR DIMM NOTCH

Locked Retaining Clip

Make sure to unplug the power supply before adding or removing
DIMMs or other system components. Failure to do so may cause
severe damage to both the motherboard and the components.

A DDR 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.