3 removing a ddr2 dimm, 2 installing a ddr2 dimm – Asus P2-P5945GC User Manual

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Chapter 2: Basic installation

2.5.3 Removing a DDR2 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.

2.5.2 Installing a DDR2 DIMM

3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the

socket until the retaining clips

snap back in place and the DIMM

is properly seated.

1. Unlock a DDR2 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

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 both the motherboard and the components.

A DDR2 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.

DDR2 DIMM notch

1

2

1

3

Unlocked retaining clip

1

1

DDR2 DIMM notch

2

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