Installing A Memory Module - HP Xw9400 - Workstation - 16 GB RAM Reference Manual

Installing a memory module

NOTE: HP only ships DIMMs that are electrically and thermally compatible with this product. Because
third-party DIMMs might not be electrically or thermally compatible, they are not supported by HP.
1. Disconnect power from the system
access panel
facing up.
2. Depress the green tabs on the memory fan housing (1) and lift the unit out of the chassis (2).
Figure 5-17
3. Gently push out on the socket levers.
4. Prepare to load memory modules in valid configurations:
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DIMMs must be loaded in matched pairs.
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If loading two DIMMs, install them in slots 1a/1b.
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If loading four DIMMs, install them in slots 1a/1b and 2a/2b for a dual CPU system, or in 1a/
1b and 3a/3b for a single CPU system.
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If loading six DIMMs, install them in slots 1a/1b, 2a/2b, and 3a/3b.
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If loading eight DIMMs, install them in all slots.
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Load the memory module pairs in order of size, from largest to smallest.
Figure 5-18
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5. Lower the DIMM straight down, and be sure the socket levers secure the module into place.
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(Pre-disassembly procedures on page
(Access panel on page
Removing the memory fan
Identifying memory slots
63). Lay the workstation on its side with the system board
Removing and replacing components
55) and remove the
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