Sun Microsystems Ultra 5, Service Manual

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Chapter 8 Motherboard and Component Replacement 8-7
8.3.1 Removing a DIMM
Caution –
Handle DIMMs only by the edges. Do not touch the DIMM components
or metal parts. Always wear a grounding strap when handling a DIMM.
1. Power off the system, remove the system cover, and attach an antistatic wrist strap
as described in Chapter 5.
Caution –
Use proper ESD grounding techniques when handling components. Wear
an antistatic wrist strap and use an ESD-protected mat. Store ESD-sensitive
components in antistatic bags before placing them on any surface.
2. Remove the diskette drive to provide clearance.
See Section 7.1.1 “Removing the Diskette Drive” on page 7-1
3. Locate the DIMM to be removed.
4. Push the ejection levers away from the DIMM (
FIGURE 8-3
).
FIGURE 8-3
Removing and Replacing a DIMM
5. Remove the DIMM from the motherboard connector.
6. Place the DIMM on an antistatic mat.
DIMM
Ejection lever (2)