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DIMM
Figure 39. Inserting a DIMM into a DIMM slot
10. If necessary, reinstall the SMP baffle.
11. Close the top cover.
12. Slide the server into the rack enclosure until it stops; then, secure the server in
Hot-add DIMMs
This section provides the instructions for hot-adding DIMMs to your server SMP
Expansion Module with the power on.
Notes:
1. Ensure that you hot-add two DIMMs at a time, and that the new DIMMs are the
2. Ensure that memory mirroring is disabled, and that the port which you intend to
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6. Open the retaining clip on each end of the DIMM connector.
7. Lift the DIMM to be hot-replaced straight up and out of the SMP Expansion
Module.
8. Install the new DIMM:
a. Touch the static-protective package containing the DIMM to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
b. Insert the DIMM into the connector by aligning the DIMM edges with the
slots at each end of the DIMM connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight
down into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM
simultaneously. Be sure that the retaining clips snap into the locked
position when the DIMM is firmly seated in the connector.
Attention: If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips,
the DIMM has not been properly installed. In this case, open the retaining
clips and remove the DIMM; then, reinsert the DIMM.
c. Repeat steps 8a and 8b for each DIMM.
9. Close the DIMM access door.
the rack enclosure using the quick release latches.
same size and clock speed.
add DIMMs is empty. To disable memory mirroring, complete the following
steps:
a. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program.
Retaining
clip