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Table 1. Memory Configurations
System Capacity
DIMM Size (in
(in GB)
GB)
16
4
32
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General Memory Module Installation Guidelines
NOTE: Memory configurations that fail to observe these guidelines can prevent your system from
booting, hanging during memory configuration, or operating with reduced memory.
This system supports Flexible Memory Configuration, enabling the system to be configured and run in
any valid chipset architectural configuration. The following are the recommended guidelines for best
performance:
•
x4 and x8 DRAM based DIMMs can be mixed.
•
Populate all sockets with white release tabs first, and then black.
•
Populate the sockets by highest rank count in the following order – first in sockets with white release
levers, and then black. For example, if you want to mix quad-rank and dual-rank DIMMs, populate
quad-rank DIMMs in the sockets with white release tabs and dual-rank DIMMs in the sockets with
black release tabs.
•
If memory modules with different speeds are installed, they will operate at the speed of the slowest
installed memory module(s) or slower depending on system DIMM configuration.
Removing Memory Modules
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the system has been
powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the
memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on
the memory module.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1.
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the
electrical outlet and peripherals.
2.
Open the system.
3.
Remove the cooling shroud.
4.
Locate the appropriate memory-module socket(s).
5.
To release the memory module from the socket, simultaneously press the ejectors on both ends of
the memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on the card edges, making sure not to touch
the middle of the memory module or metallic contacts. To avoid damaging the memory
module, handle only one memory module at a time.
6.
Remove the memory module.
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Number of
DIMM Rank, Organization,
DIMMs
and Frequency
4
2R, x4, 1333 MT/s,
2R, x4, 1600 MT/s
4
2R, x4, 1333 MT/s,
2R, x4, 1600 MT/s
DIMM Slot
Population
1, 2, 3, 4
1, 2, 3, 4
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