3 installing a dimm, 4 removing a dimm, Installing a dimm -19 – Asus P6TD Deluxe User Manual

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2.4.4

Removing a DIMM

Follow these steps to remove a DIMM.

1. Simultaneously press the

retaining clips outward to unlock

the DIMM.

2. Remove the DIMM from the socket.

Support the DIMM lightly with your fingers when pressing the retaining clips.

The DIMM might get damaged when it flips out with extra force.

2.4.3

Installing a DIMM

DIMM notch

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1

2

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the

socket until the retaining clips snap

back in place and the DIMM is

properly seated.

Ensure 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.

A 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.

Unlocked retaining clip

1

DIMM notch

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.

Locked Retaining Clip

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