DIMM

[/dɪm/ or /ˈdiːaɪɛmɛm/]
nounpl: DIMMs
módulo de memória DIMM
1. Dual In-line Memory Module; a type of computer memory module with pins on both sides of the circuit board, used in modern computers
The computer needs more RAM, so I installed two new DIMMs.
O computador precisa de mais memória, então instalei dois novos módulos DIMM.
2. The physical component that holds RAM chips and connects to the motherboard
Each DIMM slot on the motherboard can hold up to 32GB of memory.
Cada slot DIMM na placa-mãe pode armazenar até 32GB de memória.
DIMM is a technical acronym primarily used in computing and IT industries. It is typically preserved as 'DIMM' across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese technical documentation, though it may be explained as 'módulo de memória DIMM' (DIMM memory module) in Portuguese texts. The term is standard in computer hardware specifications and tech support contexts worldwide.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
RAM modulememory modulememory stick

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
módulo DIMM
Standard technical term used in IT contexts
Portugal
módulo DIMM
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; standard technical terminology
Technical communities
DIMM (acronym preserved)
Often used untranslated in technical discussions across all Portuguese-speaking regions

Related Words

RAMmemorymotherboardSDRAMDDRDDR4DDR5
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