Absolute Beginner's Guide to A+ Certification

Installing DIMMs and Rambus RDRAM Modules

DIMM and Rambus RDRAM module sockets have an improved keying mechanism and a better locking mechanism compared to SIMMs.

To install the DIMM or Rambus RDRAM module

1.	Line up the modules' connectors with the socket. Both DIMMs and Rambus modules have connections with different widths, preventing the module from being inserted backwards.
2.	Verify that the locking tabs on the socket are swiveled to the outside (open) position.
3.	After verifying that the module is lined up correctly with the socket, push the module straight down into the socket until the swivel locks on each end of the socket snap into place at the top corners of the module (see Figure 7.7). A fair amount of force is required to engage ...