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5. Open the retaining clips and, if necessary, remove any existing DIMM.
6. Touch the static-protective package containing the DIMM to any unpainted metal
surface on the server. Then remove the new DIMM from the package.
7. Gently open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM slot. Turn the DIMM so
that the pins align correctly with the connector.
8. Insert the DIMM into the connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight down into
the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM simultaneously.
The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the DIMM is firmly seated
in the connector. If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips, the
DIMM has not been correctly installed. Open the retaining clips, remove the
DIMM, and then reinsert it.
DIMM 1
DIMM 3
DIMM 2
DIMM 4
9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, replace the
support bracket (see “Removing and installing the support bracket” on page 13)
and go to “Completing the installation” on page 34.
Chapter 2. Installing options
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