
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or metallic contacts on the memory module.
Steps
1.Locate the appropriate
2.Press the ejectors on the
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure not to touch the middle of the memory module.
3.Align the edge connector on the memory module with the alignment key on the
NOTE: The
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the
4.Press down on the memory module with your thumbs to lock the memory module into the socket.
NOTE: When the memory module is properly seated in the socket, the ejectors on the
5.Repeat step 4 through step 7 of this procedure to install the remaining memory modules.
Next steps
1.Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
2.(Optional) Press <F2> to enter the System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.
The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newly installed memory.
NOTE: If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Check to ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated in their sockets.
3.Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics.
Related Links
Removing memory modules
I/O module mezzanine cards
The blade supports a variety of optional mezzanine cards. If installed, the mezzanine card(s) must be used in conjunction with a matching I/O module(s).
For more information on I/O modules, see "Guidelines for Installing I/O Modules" in the M1000e
Enclosure Owner's Manual at dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
Mezzanine card installation guidelines
The blade supports two mezzanine cards:
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