How to install computer memory RAM?







Installing the DIMM modules (that have been used in all new computers for several years) is merely a matter of pushing the module directly down into the DIMM slot as shown in the diagram below. Note that the notche(s) along the connector edge of the module must match the divisions in the slot. Depending on its architecture, there will always be at least one notch in a RAM module, but never more than two. The SDRAM module below has two notches, but a DDR DIMM module (below that) will only have one, and a RIMM module (used only in motherboards designed for Pentium 4 processors) has two closely-spaced notches.

Note that you should consult the motherboard's manual to find out if the slots have to be filled in an order of rank. Some motherboards require that Bank 0 be filled first, followed by Bank 1 and 2, etc., while some motherboards allow any bank to be filled.

• Turn off the computer, unplug it, and take off the case cover.
• Locate the memory slots.
• Remove the old memory (if applicable). This will entail loosening the little retainer springs on each end of the memory socket until the memory stick can be removed.
• Install the RAM. To do this, first locate the little notch on the pin-side of the module. This notch will line up with a notch on the memory socket itself, to ensure proper alignment. Position the module over the slot at a 45-degree angle with the module pins in the slot. Gently rotate the SIMM until it is in an upright position. When it is in an upright position, the retainer springs will snap into place and secure the SIMM.
• Repeat previous step for all remaining SIMMs you wish to install.
• Test it. Before you put your case back on, power on your system and make sure it correctly tallies the RAM.
• Close up the case.

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DDR SDRAM Memory | DDR2 SDRAM Memory | DDR3 SDRAM Memory

DDR3 is the next-generation, high-performance solution for CPU systems. DDR3 memory are twice as fast as today's highest speed DDR2 memory products. Select your DDR3 Memory from the following.

DDR2 Memory RAM
PC2 3200 400Mhz DDR2 Memory DIMM | PC2 4200 533Mhz DDR2 Memory DIMM | PC2 5300 667Mhz DDR2 Memory DIMM
PC2 6400 800Mhz DDR2 Memory DIMM | PC2 3200 400Mhz  Memory DDR2 SODIMM | PC2 4200 533Mhz Memory DDR2 SODIMM
PC2 5300 667Mhz Memory DDR2 SODIMM | PC2 6400 800Mhz Memory DDR2 SODIMM


DDR2 introduces some new features which allow it to ramp up to much higher speeds (with correspondingly higher bandwidth) and higher memory densities, all the while using less power. DDR2 memory uses a new form factor, a 240 pin DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) which is *not* compatible with current DDR memory slots. Upcoming chipsets by Intel and other manufacturers will support DDR2 specifically, and are not backwards compatible.
PC2 3200 400Mhz 240 Pin DDR2 Memory DIMM
DDR2 PC2-3200 400Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-3200 ECC 400Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB  DIMM
DDR2 PC2-3200 ECC Registered 400Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB  DIMM	4GB  DIMM
PC2 4200 533Mhz 240 Pin DDR2 Memory DIMM
DDR2 PC2-4200 533Mhz	512MB  DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-4200 ECC 533Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB  DIMM	2GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-4200 ECC Registered 533Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-4200 ECC Fully Buffered 533Mhz	512M DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB Kit	4GB Kit	8GB Kit
PC2 5300 667Mhz 240 Pin DDR2 Memory DIMM
DDR2 PC2-5300 667Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-5300 ECC 667Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-5300 ECC Registered 667Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-5300 ECC Fully Buffered 667Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB Kit	4GB Kit	8GB Kit
PC2 6400 800Mhz 240 Pin DDR2 Memory DIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 800Mhz	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 ECC 800Mhz		1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 ECC Registered 800Mhz		1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 ECC Registered Low-Profile 800Mhz		1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 ECC Fully Buffered 800Mhz		1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM	4GB DIMM

200 Pin DDR2 Memory SODIMM
PC2 3200 400Mhz 200 Pin Memory DDR2 SODIMM
DDR2 PC2-3200 400Mhz	512MB SODIMM	1GB SODIMM
PC2 4200 533Mhz 200 Pin Memory DDR2 SODIMM
DDR2 PC2-4200 533Mhz	512M SODIMM	1GB SODIMM	2GB SODIMM
PC2 5300 667Mhz 200 Pin Memory DDR2 SODIMM
DDR2 PC2-5300 667Mhz	512MB SODIMM	1GB SODIMM	2GB SODIMM
PC2 6400 800Mhz 200 Pin Memory DDR2 SODIMM
DDR2 PC2-6400 800Mhz		1GB SODIMM	2GB SODIMM




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DDR SDRAM Memory RAM
PC2100 266Mhz Memory DIMM | PC2700 333Mhz DDR Memory DIMM | PC3200 400Mhz DDR Memory DIMM
PC2100 266Mhz DDR SODMM | PC2700 333Mhz DDR SODMM | PC3200 400Mhz DDR SODMM


DDR SDRAM for desktop computers DIMMs have 184 pins (as opposed to 168 pins on SDRAM, or 240 pins on DDR2 SDRAM), and can be differentiated from SDRAM DIMMs by the number of notches (DDR SDRAM has one, SDRAM has two). DDR for notebook computers SO-DIMMs have 200 pins which is the same number of pins as DDR2 SO-DIMMs. These two specifications are notched very similarly and care must be taken during insertion when you are unsure of a correct match
DDR PC2100 266Mhz	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC2100 266Mhz ECC	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC2100 266Mhz ECC Registered	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
PC2700 333Mhz 184PIN DDR Memory Upgrades
DDR PC2700 333Mhz	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC2700 333Mhz ECC	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC2700 333Mhz ECC Registered	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM	2GB DIMM
PC3200 400Mhz 184PIN DDR Memory Upgrades
DDR PC3200 400Mhz	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC3200 400Mhz ECC	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	1GB DIMM
DDR PC3200 400Mhz ECC Registered	256MB DIMM	512MB DIMM	2GB Kit	2GB DIMM

200 Pin DDR Memory Upgrades
PC2100 266Mhz 200PIN DDR Upgrades
DDR PC2100 266Mhz	256MB SODIMM	512MB SODIMM	1GB SODIMM
PC2700 333Mhz 200PIN DDR Upgrades
DDR PC2700 333Mhz	256MB SODIMM	512MB SODIMM	1GB SODIMM
PC3200 400Mhz 200PIN DDR Upgrades
DDR PC3200 400Mhz	256MB SODIMM	512MB SODIMM	1GB SODIMM

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