Removing Memory Modules - Dell PowerEdge R415 Owner's Manual

10 Replace the system board shroud. See "Installing the System Board
Shroud" on page 110.
11 Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 83.
12 Start up the system, press <F2> to enter the System Setup program,
and check the System Memory setting on the main System Setup screen.
The system should have already changed the value to reflect the newly
installed memory.
13 If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be
installed properly. Repeat step 2 through step 12 of this procedure,
checking to ensure that the memory modules are firmly seated in their
sockets.
14 Run the system memory test in the system diagnostics. See "Running the
Embedded System Diagnostics" on page 170.

Removing Memory Modules

WARNING:
has been powered down. Allow time for the memory modules to cool before
handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and avoid touching
the components on the memory module.
CAUTION:
You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in
your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service
and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that
came with the product.
CAUTION:
installed in any memory socket that is not occupied. Remove memory-module
blanks only if you intend to install memory in those sockets.
1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect
the system from the electrical outlet.
2 Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 82.
3 Remove the system board shroud. See "Removing the System Board
Shroud" on page 109.
4 Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 6-1.
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The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
To ensure proper system cooling, memory-module blanks must be