Lenovo ThinkStation P510 Hardware Maintenance Manual page 170

• Always install DIMMs in the following order as illustrated:
Figure 117. Memory module installation order for ThinkStation P710
To install or replace a memory module, do the following:
1. Prepare your computer. See "Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover" on page 99.
2. Remove the direct cooling air baffle. See "Direct cooling air baffle" on page 101.
3. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.
4. Locate the memory slots. See "Parts on the system board" on page 35.
5. Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory slots. Depending on your computer
model, you might need to remove the optical-drive bracket for easier access to the memory slots. See
"Optical-drive bracket" on page 122.
6. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a memory module, do one of the following:
• If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory
module out of the memory slot.
Figure 118. Removing a memory module
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