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Memory module replacement
Follow this procedure to remove and install a memory module.
Remove a memory module
Follow this procedure to remove a memory module
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CAUTION:
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the
electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To
remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the
power source.
About this task
Attention:
• Read
"Safety inspection checklist" on page iv
work safely.
• Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and all external cables, see
"Power off the server" on page
• If the server is in a rack, remove it from the rack. See
• Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
• Place the server on its side with the cover up.
Memory modules are sensitive to static discharge and require special handling. In addition to the standard
guidelines of
"Handling static-sensitive devices" on page
• Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing memory modules. Electrostatic-
discharge gloves can also be used.
• Keep each memory module separated from one another. Do not stack memory modules directly on top of
each other during storage.
• Keep the gold memory module connector contacts from touching anything.
• Handle memory modules with care: never bend, twist, or drop a memory module.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
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About this task
Step 1.
Make preparation for this task.
a.
Remove the server cover, see
ThinkSystem ST50 V2 Maintenance Manual
112
and
9.
.
"Remove the server cover" on page
"Installation guidelines" on page 41
"Remove the server from the rails" on page
43:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-
to ensure that you
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