Installing a DIMM
Required DIMM installation order
DIMMs must be installed in a specified order, depending on the workstation processor configuration.
Single processor configuration
The illustration below shows the DIMM installation order for a single processor workstation.
Figure 5-71
Single processor DIMM installation order
Dual processor configuration
The illustration below shows the DIMM installation order for a dual processor workstation.
Figure 5-72
Dual processor DIMM installation order
Installing the DIMM
NOTE:
For best performance add DIMMs of the same size in pairs across CPUs.
1.
Disconnect power from the workstation (see
Predisassembly procedures on page 73
).
2.
Remove the side access panel (see
Removing the side access panel on page 75
).
3.
Remove the memory fan assembly (see
Removing the memory fan on page 122
).
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