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2-2 Install the Memory
Dual Channel Memory Configuration
This motherboard provides four DDR3 memory sockets and supports Dual Channel Technology.
When memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically check the memory in your system.
Four DDR3 memory sockets are divided into two channels :
Channel A : DIMM1, DIMM2
Channel B : DIMM3, DIMM4
The combinations of DIMM modules are :
It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be
used and please select dual channel first to achieve optimum performance.
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Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory :
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Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
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Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
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Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only
one direction. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
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DIMM1
DIMM2
DIMM3
DIMM4
Single Channel
DS/SS
-
-
-
Single Channel
DS/SS
DS/SS
-
-
Single Channel
-
-
DS/SS
-
Single Channel
-
-
DS/SS
DS/SS
Dual Channel
DS/SS
-
DS/SS
-
Dual Channel
-
DS/SS
-
DS/SS
Dual Channel
DS/SS
DS/SS
DS/SS
DS/SS
(DS : Dual Side, SS : Single Side, - : No Memory)
