Asus P2E-M - Manual (Page 18)

18 ASUS P2E-M User’s Manual
DIMM Memory Installation
Insert the module(s) 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. DIMM
modules are longer and have different pin contact on each side and therefore have a
higher pin density. SIMM modules have the same pin contact on both sides.
P2E-M 168-Pin DIMM Sockets
Lock
20 Pins 60 Pins 88 Pins
R
FRONT
The DIMMs must be 3.3V Unbuffered for this motherboard. To determine the DIMM
type, check the notches on the DIMMs (see figure below).
168-Pin DIMM Notch Key Definitions (3.3V)
DRAM Key Position Voltage Key Position
Unbuffered RFU
Buffered
Reserved
3.3V
5.0V
The notches on the DIMM module will shift between left, center, or right to identify
the type and also to prevent the wrong type from being inserted into the DIMM slot on
the motherboard. You must tell your retailer the correct DIMM type before purchas-
ing. This motherboard supports four clock signals.
III. INSTALLATION
System Memory
III. INST
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TION