Installing Memory - IBM eServer 130 xSeries User Reference Manual

Installing memory

Adding memory to your appliance server is an easy way to improve system
performance. You can increase the amount of memory in your appliance server by
installing dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). Your appliance server uses a
noninterleaved memory configuration, which enables you to add, remove, or replace
one DIMM at a time. In an interleaved system you would have to add, remove, or
replace memory in sets.
Your appliance server comes with a dual inline memory module (DIMM) installed on
the system board in DIMM slot 1.
Figure 17. Installing memory
Note: Install additional DIMMs in the following order:
Complete the following steps to install a DIMM:
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid
damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, see "Handling
static-sensitive devices" on page 50.
1. Review the information in "Safety" on page vii.
2. Turn off the appliance server and disconnect all external cables and power cords.
3. Remove the cover according to "Removing the cover" on page 56.
4. If necessary, remove the PCI adapter in slot 2 for easier access to the DIMM
5. Touch the static-protective package containing the DIMM to any unpainted metal
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IBM xSeries 130: User's Reference
Installing memory in the 8654
Connector 1
Connector 2
Connector 3
Connector 4
• On the model 8672, DIMM connector 2, and then connector 3
• On the model 8654, DIMM connector 2, connector 3, and then
connector 4
connectors.
surface on the appliance server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package.
Installing memory in the 8672
Connector 1
Connector 2
Connector 3