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2.6.2

Memory Configurations

You may install 1 GB, 2 GB , and 4 GB unbuffered ECC or non-ECC DDR3 SO-DIMMs into

the SO-DIMM sockets using the memory configurations in this section.

 IF you installed four 1GB memory modules, the system may detect

less than 3GB of total memory because of address space allocation

for other critical functions. This limitation applies to Windows XP

32-bit version operating system since it does not support PAE

(Physical Address Extension) mode.

 IF you install Windows XP 32-bit version operating system, we

recommend that you install less than 3GB of total memory.

 For dual-channel configuration, the total size of memory module(s)

installed per channel must be the same for better performance

(DIMMA1=DIMMB1).

 Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum

compatibility, it is recommended that you obtain memory modules

from the same vendor. Refer to the memory Qualified Vendors List

on the next page for details.

 Due to CPU limitation, DIMM modules with 128 Mb memory chips or

double-sided x16 memory chips are not supported in this

motherboard.


2.6.3

Installing a SO-DIMM

1.

Unlock a DIMM socket by pressing the retaining clips outward.