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Quick RAM config question

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Hi, I have an Asus Republic board coming. It has 6 slots of DDR3 with 24 GB max. This is more slots than my last board. I'm going to put at least 12 GB in it. Is there a preferable configuration as in number of sticks and/ or which slots to use? Thanks.

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The motherboard manual that comes with the mobo will explain the configuration to you. Keep in mind that triple channel configurations can only be achieved with an i7-900 series CPU, so if you're not using an i7, you should make sure you're using 2,4, or 6 DIMM configurations to enable dual channel.

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You can get triple-channel kits in 6GB or 12GB sizes. I'd suggest one with 1.5v spec.

Put the RAM in these slots:
Slot 1 (closest to CPU): Empty
Slot 2: RAM
Slot 3: Empty
Slot 4: RAM
Slot 5: Empty
Slot 6: RAM

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