IBM BladeCenter JS12, Problem Determination And Service Manual

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Removing a memory module
Remove a dual-inline memory module (DIMM).
1.
Read “Safety” on page v and the “Installation guidelines” on page 239.
2. Shut down the operating system, turn off the blade server, and remove the
blade server from the BladeCenter unit. See “Removing the blade server from a
BladeCenter unit” on page 241.
3. Carefully lay the blade server on a flat, static-protective surface, with the cover
side up.
4. Open and remove the blade server cover. See “Removing the blade server
cover” on page 244.
5. Locate the DIMM connector that contains the DIMM that is to be replaced.
See “System-board connectors” on page 9 for DIMM slot locations.
Attention: To avoid breaking the DIMM retaining clips or damaging the
DIMM connectors, open and close the clips gently.
6. Carefully open the retaining clips on each end of the DIMM connector and
remove the DIMM.
7. If you are instructed to return the DIMM, follow all packaging instructions, and
use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
Installing a memory module
Install dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) in the blade server.
DIMM
Retaining clip
Figure 14. Removing a memory module
Chapter 4. Removing and replacing blade server components
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