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memory keys Last modified: Wednesday, August 08, 2007
On a memory module keys are physical notches on the module that prevent the memory from being incorrectly installed in a computer system. Memory keys also prevent the memory from being installed into a incompatible computer system.
Sharky Extreme Reporting on the latest hardware and software technology for the PC enthusiast. Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software.	Related Categories Memory Related Terms EEPROM EPROM main memory memory memory address memory bus memory cache module RAM RDRAM SD-RAM Memory Cards memory keys Products Shop by Top Models: SanDisk Cruzer Micro (16 GB) USB 2.0 Flash Drive (SDCZ6-016G-A11) 13 store offers from $25 - $100 SanDisk Ultra Backup (64 GB) USB 2.0 Flash Drive (SDCZ40-064G-A11) 11 store offers from $139 - $303 SanDisk Cruzer (16 GB) USB 2.0 Flash Drive (SDCZ36-016G-A11) 13 store offers from $27 - $97 Verbatim Store 'n' Go (8 GB) USB 2.0 Flash Drive (95507) 16 store offers from $18 - $50 SanDisk Cruzer (32 GB) USB 2.0 Flash Drive (SDCZ36-032G-A11) 12 store offers from $65 - $150