DIMM Memory Module
See the following sections for procedures on removing and installing DIMM memory modules.
See Section 4, "System Boards," for module upgrade paths and guidelines for selecting modules.
The following figure shows the locations of the DIMM module and processor sockets on the
system board.
Locating the DIMM Module and Processor Sockets
Removing the DIMM Module
Remove a DIMM module as follows.
modules, reduce static discharge by touching the chassis.
Remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover").
1.
Locate the DIMM sockets on the system board (see the figure "Locating the DIMM and
2.
Processor Sockets").
Eject a DIMM module by pressing the plastic clips at the outer edges of the socket away
3.
from the module (see the following figure, "Removing a DIMM Module").
Grasp the center of the module and pull it out of the socket.
4.
Store the module in an anti-static bag.
5.
To install a DIMM module, see the following section.
6.
If not installing a DIMM module, replace the system cover.
7.
A – Processor Socket 370
B – DIMM 1 Socket
Before opening the system and before handling boards or DIMM
C – DIMM 2 Socket
D – DIMM 3 Socket
Disassembly and Reassembly 3-11