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The 'system board' (motherboard, mainboard) is the relatively large, internal circuit board which connects all the parts of the computer: CPU, hard drive(s), CD/DVD, audio, video, modem and network cards and... memory.

Memory chips come mounted on smaller circuit boards with a set of contacts along the bottom edge. These contacts are inserted into slots on the system board and there are clips at either end of the slot to hold the memory module (often known as a 'stick') in place. Depending on the motherboard, there will be 2-6 such slots, and they will be organized in pairs or triads. You will want to refer to the motherboard manual to determine what type of memory is required (there are dozens of types) and which slots should be used if you're not filling all of them.

To find out what type of memory goes in your computer, www.oempcworld.com is a good reference and usually the least expensive place to purchase top quality memory modules. They have a search function on their web page which allows you to enter the make and model of your computer to find the correct memory type.

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