Installing A Dimm; Removing A Dimm - Asus M5A88-V EVO User Manual

2.4.3

Installing a DIMM

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.
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
DIMM slot key on the socket.
A DIMM is keyed with a notch so that it fits in only one direction. DO NOT force a DIMM into
a socket in the wrong direction to avoid damaging the DIMM.
3. Hold the DIMM by both of its ends,
then insert the DIMM vertically into
the socket. Apply force to both ends
of the DIMM simultaneously until the
retaining clip snaps back into place,
and the DIMM cannot be pushed in
any further to ensure proper sitting of
the DIMM.
Always insert the DIMM into the socket VERTICALLY to prevent DIMM notch damage.
2.4.4

Removing a DIMM

1. Simultaneously press the retaining
clip outward to unlock the DIMM.
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. Remove the DIMM from the socket.
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DIMM notch
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Unlocked retaining clip
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DIMM slot key
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Locked Retaining Clip
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