Installing SIMMs

SIMM Location Figure 3-5shows the location of the Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) slots on the PathBuilder S24x, 26x, and 27x switch motherboard.

Insert SIMM into socket at a slight angle.

Data Compression SIMM

Locking Tabs

Optional Flash SIMM

DRAM

Processor

Slots

CMEM SIMM Slot

Global DRAM

SIMM Slot

Figure 3-5. Installing SIMMs

FLASH

 

Optional FLASH

 

CMEM

 

Data Compression

SIMMs

 

Motherboard

Installing a SIMM Perform these steps to install the SIMM:

Step

Action

1Insert the SIMM at a slight angle as shown in Figure 3-5.

2Snap the SIMM into the vertical position.

3Be sure it locks in place with the locking tabs in a vertical position.

Removing a SIMM When removing a SIMM, gently disengage locking tabs and lift out the SIMM.

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