Installing A Drive - IBM 84885BU Maintenance And Troubleshooting Manual

7. Install the DIMMs in the sequence shown in the notes at the beginning of this
8. Insert the DIMM into the connector by aligning the edges of the DIMM with the
9. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, close the

Installing a drive

Depending on the server model, one or more of the following drives might be
installed in the server:
v Diskette drive
v Hard disk drive
v CD-ROM drive
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Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM
connectors, open and close the clips gently.
a. Open the retaining clips and, if necessary, remove any existing DIMM.
b. Touch the static-protective package containing the DIMM to any unpainted
metal surface on the server. Then, remove the new DIMM from the package.
c. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the slot.
d. Insert the DIMM into the connector, pressing gently but firmly until the
retaining clips close.
slots at the ends of the DIMM connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight down
into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM
simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the DIMM
is firmly seated in the connector. If there is a gap between the DIMM and the
retaining clips, the DIMM has not been correctly installed. Open the retaining
clips, remove the DIMM, and then reinsert it.
microprocessor air baffle (see "Opening and closing the microprocessor air
baffle" on page 33), replace the support bracket (see "Removing and installing
the support bracket" on page 32), and go to "Completing the installation" on
page 60.