Asus P4V800-X - Manual (Page 22)

1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.9 System memory
The motherboard comes with three Double Data Rate (DDR) Dual In-Line Memory
Module (DIMM) sockets. These sockets support up to 3GB system memory using
184-pin unbuffered non-ECC PC3200/PC2700/PC2100 DDR DIMMs. The
following figure shows the location of the DDR DIMM sockets.
P4V800-X
®
P4V800-X 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3
80 Pins
104 Pins
Follow these steps 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.
Unlocked Retaining Clip
DDR DIMM notch
1.9.1 Installing a DIMM
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.