Gigabyte 8I845GE-RZ: Step 2: Install Memory Modules

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Step 2: Install Memory Modules

Before installing the memory modules, please comply with the following conditions:

1. Please make sure that the memory used is supported by the motherboard. It is recom-

mended that memory of similar capacity, specifications and brand be used.

2. Before installing or removing memory modules, please make sure that the computer

power is switched off to prevent hardware damage.

3. Memory modules have a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be

installed in only one direction. If you are unable to insert the module, please switch the

direction.

4. Because of chipset (Intel 845PE/GE) limitations, DDR333 memory modules are supported

only when you install a Pentium 4 processor with 533MHz FSB. A Pentium 4 processor with

400MHz FSB will support DDR266 memory modules.

The motherboard has 3 dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets. The BIOS will automatically

detects memory type and size. To install the memory module, just push it vertically into the DIMM

socket. The DIMM module can only fit in one direction due to the notch. Memory size can vary between

sockets.

notch

DDR memory module

Fig.1

The DIMM socket has a notch, so the DIMM memory module

can only fit in one direction. Insert the DIMM memory module

vertically into the DIMM socket. Then push it down.

Fig. 1

Fig.2

Close the plastic clip at both edges of the DIMM sockets to lock

the DIMM module.

Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the

DIMM module.

Fig. 2

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