RAM package types

Question 1

SIMM

Answer 1

30 pins. 386-class desktops. Single Inline Memory Module. A notch on one end ensures this module is inserted in the correct orientation.

Question 2

SIMM 72 pins

Answer 2

486 and early Pentium desktops. One notch in the middle and another notch at one end ensure this module is inserted in the correct orientation.

Question 3

DIMM

Answer 3

100. used in printers. Dual Inline Memory Module.

Question 4

DIMM 168 pin.

Answer 4

SDR SDRAM in desktops. has 84 pins on the front and 84 on the back. Two notches, one centered and the other off center, to ensure installation.

Question 5

DIMM 184 pin

Answer 5

DDR SDRAM in desktops.

Question 6

DIMM 240 pin

Answer 6

DDR2 SDRAM in desktops. supports 64-bit memory and processors. Has 120 pins and 120 back pins. Single notch.

Question 7

RIMM

Answer 7

184 pins. used in Intel Pentium 3 Xeon and Pentium 4 systems.

Question 8

MICRODIMM

Answer 8

144 pins. used in subnotebook computers. Micro Dual Inline Memory Module. Pins and notches may vary.

Question 9

SODIMM

Answer 9

144 pins. Laptop and notebook computers. Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module. Has 72 front and back pins.

Question 10

SODIMM 200 pin

Answer 10

DDR memory for laptops/notebooks. has 100 front and back pins.