Memory Extender Board; Removing A Memory Extender Board - HP 9000 rp4440 Maintenance Manual

Memory Extender Board

The memory extender board is located directly under the front cover of the chassis. The standard memory
extender board can hold up to 16 DIMMs. The high capacity memory extender board can hold up to 32
DIMMs.
Ensure that the system is powered down and all power sources have been
WARNING
disconnected from the server prior to removing or replacing a memory extender
board.
Voltages are present at various locations within the server whenever an AC power
source is connected. This voltage is present even when the main power switch is in
the off position.
Failure to observe this warning could result in personal injury or damage to
equipment.
CAUTION Observe all ESD safety precautions before attempting this procedure. Failure to follow ESD
safety precautions could result in damage to the server.

Removing a Memory Extender Board

To remove a memory extender board, perform the following steps:
Step 1. If rack mounted, slide the HP Server out from the rack until it stops. (Refer to the hp9000 rp4440
Installation Guide for additional information.)
NOTE
Step 2. Remove the front bezel from the chassis. (Refer to "Front Bezel" on page 38.)
Step 3. Remove the front cover from the chassis. (Refer to "Front and Top Covers" on page 39.)
Step 4. Press each latch on the two extraction levers located on each side of the memory extender board.
Step 5. Pull on the extraction levers to unplug the memory extender board from the socket located on the
midplane riser board and remove the memory extender board from the chassis.
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If desired, the memory extender board may be removed without removing the HP
Server from the rack.
Removing and Replacing Components
Memory Extender Board
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