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Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.7.2 Installing a DIMM

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.

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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.

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Install only qualified DDR DIMMs on this motherboard. See Table 1.

Unlocked

DDR DIMM

1.7

System memory

1.7.1 DIMM sockets location

You can install 64MB, 256MB, 512MB, and 1GB DDR DIMMs into the DIMM
sockets of this motherboard. The following figure illustrates the location of the DDR
DIMM sockets.

P4S800-X

P4S800-X 184-Pin DDR DIMM Sockets

80 Pins

104 Pins

DIMM

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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 2 for details.