What slots do i put my ram in when there are 8 slots and only 1/2 sticks

[Azza28]

I've got this oldish computer, I want to have 4 or 5gb of ram, however there are 8 slots and I don't know which ones to use when I intend to use only one or two sticks. One is a 4gb stick, the other is 1gb. Thanks in advance.

 

[COLGeek]

What is the make/model of the motherboard? With that info, finding the manual should be possible and the optimal memory config can be determined.

 

[Azza28]

What is the make/model of the motherboard? With that info, finding the manual should be possible and the optimal memory config can be determined.

under system model ,in system information, it says precision wokstation 490.

 

[COLGeek]

The manuals can be found here: http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/04/product-support/product/precision-490-dt/manuals

 

[Azza28]

The manuals can be found here: http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/04/product-support/product/precision-490-dt/manuals

Thanks!