Which RAM slots should I use if the fourth slot is damaged?
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VelvetMaple42
I have a Z890 Eagle WiFi 7 motherboard, but the fourth DIMM slot appears to be broken. If I'm installing two RAM sticks, should I use the first and second slots, or the second and third slots? I want to make sure the memory runs in dual-channel mode.
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First and third is the right choice, assuming you’re counting the slots in physical order. The motherboard manual should also show the exact slot labels, so double-check that before installing them.
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Use the first and third slots when counting from the CPU outward. These should correspond to A1 and B1, putting the sticks on separate memory channels for dual-channel operation. Check the labels printed on the motherboard or the manual, since the recommended slots are identified by their channel names rather than just their physical position.
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VelvetMaple42: Thanks, I checked the manual but found it a little confusing. I’ll try the first and third slots and verify the labels on the board.