2. Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your system
3.
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION:
Handle each memory module only by the edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module
or metallic contacts.
2. Push the ejectors outward on both ends of the memory module socket to release the memory module from the socket.
3. Lift and remove the memory module from the system.
Figure 52. Removing a memory module
NOTE:
If you are removing the memory module permanently, install a memory module blank. The procedure to install
a memory module blank is similar to that of the memory module.
Next steps
1.
Installing a memory module
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
.
2. Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your system
3.
Steps
1. Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION:
Handle each memory module only by the edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory module
or metallic contacts.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do not bend
or flex the memory module. You must insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.
2. Open the ejectors on the memory module socket outward to allow the memory module to be inserted into the socket.
3. Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module
in the socket.
CAUTION:
Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module. Apply pressure at both ends of the memory
module evenly.
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Installing and removing system components
