memory install position- Asrock H97

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I have a Asrock H97 Pro4 with 16gb (4x4) installed. I plan on installing another 16gb(2x8). What is the best position to to mount the 2x8gb ram ? Asrock has the A1 and B1 & A2and B2 options. Which position is the best to mount the 16gb(2x8)?
The memory will be configured- 8gb(2x4) of kingston HX316c10fk2/8 and 16gb(2x8) of kingston HX316c10FK2/16 both are Hyperx Fury Blue.

Thanks for your help with this
 
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Normally its the A2 and B2 slots for a 16GB kit.

Its not a good idea to mix RAM and you may have issues if you occupy the other slots with different RAM.
If you need more than 16GB for video editing or other apps requiring more RAM then its best to get a single kit of the size and frequency you need that have been tested in conjunction with the MB.

You don't need more than 16GB for gaming however if you insist on trying then as above then occupy the A1 B1 with the rest. The point when it uses the extended RAM is when you will have problems and the system may not even boot.
Normally its the A2 and B2 slots for a 16GB kit.

Its not a good idea to mix RAM and you may have issues if you occupy the other slots with different RAM.
If you need more than 16GB for video editing or other apps requiring more RAM then its best to get a single kit of the size and frequency you need that have been tested in conjunction with the MB.

You don't need more than 16GB for gaming however if you insist on trying then as above then occupy the A1 B1 with the rest. The point when it uses the extended RAM is when you will have problems and the system may not even boot.
 
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