Removing Dimms - Intel G23557-002 Product Manual

Intel Desktop Board DH61DL Product Guide
To install a DIMM, follow these steps:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer
and disconnect the AC power cord.
3. Remove the computer's cover and locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 15).
4. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the
open position.
5. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.
6. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of
the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 15).
7. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.
8. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the
retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.
9. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord.

Removing DIMMs

To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 27.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
3. Remove the AC power cord from the computer.
4. Remove the computer's cover.
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the DIMM socket. The DIMM pops
out of the socket.
6. Hold the DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an
anti-static package.
7. Replace the computer's cover and reconnect the AC power cord.
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Figure 15. Installing a DIMM