Memory Module Replacement - Lenovo ThinkSystem SR950 7X12 Setup Manual

Memory module replacement

Use the following procedures to replace a memory module.
Remove a memory module
Memory modules are in the compute system boards that are accessed from the front of the server.
Attention: Memory modules are sensitive to static discharge and require special handling. In addition to the
standard guidelines for Handling static-sensitive devices:
• Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing memory modules. Electrostatic-
discharge gloves can also be used.
• Never hold two or more memory modules together so that they touch. Do not stack memory modules
directly on top of each other during storage.
• Never touch the gold memory module connector contacts or allow these contacts to touch the outside of
the memory-module connector housing.
• Handle memory modules with care: never bend, twist, or drop a memory module.
Note: The same procedure is used to remove memory modules and memory module fillers.
Before you remove a memory module:
1. Remove the front cover. See "Remove the front cover" on page 139.
2. Remove the compute tray where the compute system board and memory module are installed. See
"Remove a compute tray" on page 123.
3. If you are removing a memory module from the lower compute system board, remove the upper
compute system board or compute system board filler. See "Remove a compute system board" on page
126.
Figure 99. Memory module locations
Complete the following steps to remove a memory module.
Watch the procedure. A video of the replacement process is available:
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-DbSYJFY74PoKmph7vgrkKH&playnext=1
Appendix B. Component reference
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