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CAUTION:
Handle each memory module only by the edges, ensuring not to touch the middle of the memory
module or metallic contacts.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the memory module or the memory module socket during installation, do
not bend or flex the memory module. You must insert both ends of the memory module simultaneously.
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.
4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the ejectors firmly click into place.
Figure 53. Installing a memory module
Next steps
1.
Install the air shroud.
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. Verify if the memory module has been installed properly, by pressing F2 and navigating to System Setup Main Menu >
System BIOS > Memory Settings . In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated
capacity of the installed memory. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly.
Ensure that the memory module is firmly seated in the memory module socket. Run the system memory test in system
diagnostics.
Cooling fan
Removing the internal cooling fan
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Never operate your system cover with the internal fan removed. The system can overheat and result
in shutdown of the system and loss of data.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the system with the system cover removed for more than 5 minutes.
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Installing and removing system components
After working inside your
system.
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