Figure 42. Removing a memory module
Next steps
1
Install the memory module.
NOTE:
For single processor systems, install processor/DIMM blank on CPU2 socket.
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Installing a memory module
The procedure for installing a memory module and NVDIMM-N is identical.
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
CAUTION:
Ensure that you install the NVDIMM-N battery if you are using NVDIMM-N.
CAUTION:
To prevent data loss and potential damage to your system, ensure that your system, LEDs on system, LEDs on
NVDIMM-N and LEDs on NVDIMM-N battery are turned off before installing the NVDIMM-N battery.
Steps
1
Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION:
Handle each memory module only by the card 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.
NOTE:
The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket in
only one orientation.
4
Press the memory module with your thumbs until the socket levers firmly click into place.
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