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Chapter 1: Product introduction
The motherboard has three (3) Double Data Rate (DDR) DIMM sockets that
supports up to 3GB unbuffered non-ECC DDR DIMMs.
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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
the motherboard and other system components.
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When installing long AGP cards, it is recommended to install the memory
modules first. Long AGP cards when installed may interfere with memory
socket.
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Make sure that the memory frequency matches the CPU Front Side Bus.
Refer to Table 1.9.1 for details.
P4S800
®
P4S800 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets
80 Pins
104 Pins
DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
1.9.1 Overview
1.9
System memory
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
PC2100/1600 support up to 3 DIMMs; PC3200/2700 support up to 2 DIMMs;
1 GB PC3200/2700 with 32 DDR chips support to 1 DIMM only.
CPU Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory Frequency
800 MHz
PC3200/PC2700
533 MHz
PC3200/PC2700/PC2100
400 MHz
PC3200/PC2700/PC2100/ PC1600
Table 1.9.1 Memory Frequency/CPU FSB Synchronization