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12. If the DIMM access door is open, use your fingers to close it.
13. If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to
Removing a memory module
Use this information to remove a dual inline memory module (DIMM) from the
blade server.
The following illustration shows how to remove a DIMM from the blade server.
This information also applies to removing a DIMM filler.
After you install or remove a DIMM, you must change and save the new
configuration information by using the Setup utility. When you turn on the blade
server, a message indicates that the memory configuration has changed. Start the
Setup utility and select Save Settings (see "Using the Setup utility" on page 52 for
more information) to save changes.
Note: DIMMs or DIMM fillers must occupy DIMM connectors 1, 2, 13, 14, 15, and
16 for proper cooling.
To remove a DIMM, complete the following steps:
1. Before you begin, read "Safety" on page v and "Installation guidelines" on
2. If the blade server is installed in a BladeCenter unit, remove it (see "Removing
3. Remove the blade server cover (see "Removing the blade server cover" on page
4. If an optional expansion unit is installed, remove the expansion unit (see
5. Locate the DIMM connectors (see "Blade server connectors" on page 15).
6. Move the retaining clips on the ends of the DIMM connector to the open
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tabs are fully seated. When the DIMM is correctly installed, the retaining
clips are parallel to the sides of the DIMM.
"Completing the installation" on page 45.
page 17.
the blade server from the BladeCenter unit" on page 20).
21).
"Removing an optional expansion unit" on page 24).
Determine which DIMM you want to remove from the blade server.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, handle the clips gently.
position by pressing the retaining clips away from the center of the DIMM
connector.
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