Installing DIMMs
To install DIMMs, follow these steps:
1.Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this chapter.
2.Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server and disconnect the AC power cord.
3.Remove the server’s cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 16).
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Figure 16. DIMM Socket Locations
4.Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open position.
5.Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its
6.Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the two small notches in the bottom edge of the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 16).
7.Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.
8.When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.
9.Replace the server’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.
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