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Hardware setup, Asus p3v4x user’s manual 21 – Asus P3V4X User Manual

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ASUS P3V4X User’s Manual

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3. HARDWARE SETUP

System Memory

3. H/W SETUP

DIMM Memory Installation Procedures:

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. DRAM
SIMM modules have the same pin contacts on both sides. SDRAM DIMMs have
different pin contacts on each side and therefore have a higher pin density.

R

P3V4X

Lock

P3V4X 168-Pin DIMM Memory Sockets

20 Pins

60 Pins

88 Pins

The DIMMs must be 3.3Volt unbuffered SDRAMs. 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 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 purchasing.
This motherboard supports four clock signals.