Installing Memory Modules - Dell PowerEdge R530 Owner's Manual

3 memory module socket ejector (2)
Next steps
1 Install the memory module.
NOTE: If you are removing the memory module permanently, install a memory module blank.
2 If removed, install the PCIe expansion card riser.
3 If disconnected, reconnect the cables to the expansion card(s).
4 Install the cooling shroud.
5 If closed, open the expansion card latch on the cooling shroud to support the full length expansion card.
6 Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Removing the optional expansion card riser
Removing an expansion card from the expansion card riser
Removing the cooling shroud

Installing memory modules

Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser
Installing the optional expansion card riser
Installing the cooling shroud
Installing memory modules
Prerequisites
WARNING: The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the memory
modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching the components or
metallic contacts on the memory module.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are
shipped with your product.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3 If installed, remove the PCIe expansion card riser.
Steps
1 Locate the appropriate memory module socket.
CAUTION: Handle each memory module only by the card edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
2 Open the ejectors on the memory module socket outward to allow the memory module to be inserted into the socket.
3 Align the edge connector of the memory module with the alignment key of the memory module socket, and insert the memory module
in the socket.
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure at the center of the memory module; apply pressure at both ends of the memory
module evenly.
NOTE: The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket in
only one orientation.
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