Installing The Memory; Installing A Memory - Gigabyte MNIC8PI User Manual

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Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the memory to prevent hardware damage.
• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direc-
tion. If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.

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Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module.
Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard.
Installation Step:
Step 1. Align the memory with the DIMM module and insert the DIMM memory module into the DIMM slot.
Please note that memory module has a foolproof insertion design. A memory module can be
installed In only one direction.
Step 2. Push down the memory and seat it firmly.
Step 3. Reverse the installation steps when you wish to remove the DIMM module.
Hardware Installation
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