What is DIMM memory slots?

DIMM (dual in-line memory module) slots are the place on your motherboard where the RAM goes. The more DIMM slots your motherboard has, the more RAM you can install. Your motherboard may have anywhere from one to eight DIMM slots, but most mainstream motherboards have four. Motherboards come in three sizes.

How many pins does a DDR2 DIMM have?

Variants

What slots do I put RAM in?

In the case of a motherboard with four RAM slots, it’s probable you’ll want to install your first RAM stick into the slot labeled 1. A second stick should go into Slot 2, which isn’t next to Slot 1. If you have a third stick, it would go into Slot 3, which will actually be between Slot 1 and Slot 2.

Is it better to have 1 DIMM or 2?

Splendid. If you have a motherboard that uses a dual channel memory controller, then two 1GB DIMMs will give you better performance than one 2GB DIMM (assuming the DIMMs have the same performance specs).

Does it matter which DIMM slot I put my ram in?

But no, it doesn’t make any difference which pair of matching lots you use. Some boards’ manuals recommend using one set first for best stability. But if your board doesn’t have that disclaimer, it won’t matter.

What size DIMM is used by DDR2 SDRAMs?

Computers

Does it matter which DIMM slot I put my RAM in?

Is it worth filling all RAM slots?

A common misconception about RAM is that you can put any RAM into any slot. You can do that, but it won’t work, or it will work ineffectively. If you have four RAM slots, always buy matched pairs of RAM (two sticks from the same company, same speed, and same capacity) for the best results.