User guide

Viglen Genie Executive pBTX 915 User Guide V1.0
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• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimum compatibility, we
recommend that you obtain memory modules from Viglen Ltd to guarantee
consistency in product.
• Due to chipset resource allocation, the system may detect less than 2GB system
memory when you installed two 1GB DDR memory.
• This motherboard does not support memory modules made up of 128Mb chips or
double-sided x16 memory modules.
Installing and Removing Memory
Installing Memory
1. Observe the precautions in “Upgrading and ESD precautions”. Turn off the
computer and all peripheral devices.
2. Remove the computer cover and locate the DIMM sockets.
3. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its antistatic package.
4. Make sure the clips at either end of the socket are pushed away from the socket.
5. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the two small notches in the bottom
edge of the DIMM with the keys in the socket. Insert the bottom edge of the
DIMM into the socket.
6. When the DIMM is seated, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the
retaining clips at the ends of the socket snap into place. Make sure the clips are
firmly in place.
7. Replace the computer cover.
Removing Memory
1. To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:
2. Observe the precautions in “Upgrading and ESD precautions”.
3. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
4. Remove the computer cover.
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the socket. The DIMM pops out
of the socket. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store
it in an antistatic package.
6. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the
DIMM sockets.