IBM X3950 X5 Problem Determination And Service Manual page 201

Removing a memory expansion module DIMM
This topic provides instructions for how to remove a DIMM from the memory
expansion module.
About this task
To remove a DIMM from the memory expansion module, complete the following
steps:
Procedure
1. Read the safety information that begins with "Safety" on page v and
"Installation guidelines" on page 97.
2. Turn off the host server (see "Turning off the server" on page 21) and all
attached peripheral devices. Disconnect all power cords from the memory
expansion module; then, disconnect all external cables from the memory
expansion module as necessary to replace the device.
3. Remove the bezel (see "Removing the memory expansion module bezel" on
page 177).
4. Grasp the blue release tabs on the system-board tray latches and pull the
latches in opposite directions to release the tray from the chassis.
5. Pull the system-board tray out until it stops; then, press the blue tabs on both
sides of the system-board tray and pull the tray out of the chassis.
6. Carefully open both retaining clips on each end of the DIMM connector and
remove the DIMM from the connector.
Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
Stop-tab
Handle
Release latch
Chapter 5. Removing and replacing components
Stop-tab
Handle
Release latch
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