Alienware Aurora R9 Service Manual

Installing the memory modules

1. Ensure that the securing clips are extended away from the memory-module slot.
2. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot.
3. Insert the memory module into the memory-module slot and press the memory module down until it snaps into position and the securing clips lock in place.

   CAUTION: : To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components on the memory module.

   NOTE: : Repeat step 1 to step 3 to replace any other memory modules installed in your computer.

4. Rotate the power-supply unit cage towards the chassis.
5. Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the locked position.

   NOTE: : Use slots XMM1 and XMM2 if you need to use two memory modules. For more information, see System-board components.

   The following table lists the available memory configuration matrix:

   Table 1. Memory configuration matrixThe following table provides the memory configuration matrix.

   Configuration	Slot
   	XMM1	XMM2	XMM3	XMM4
   8 GB DDR4	8 GB
   16 GB DDR4	8 GB	8 GB
   32 GB DDR4	16 GB	16 GB
   64 GB DDR4	16 GB	16 GB	16 GB	16 GB
   16 GB XMP	8 GB	8 GB
   32 GB XMP	16 GB	16 GB
   64 GB XMP	16 GB	16 GB	16 GB	16 GB