Removing Memory Modules - Dell PowerEdge C8220X Hardware Owner's Manual

Removing Memory Modules

CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. 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 is not covered by
warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
WARNING:
system 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.
1 Remove the sled from the enclosure. See "Removing a Sled" on page 155.
2 Open the sled. See "Removing the Front and Back Sled Covers" on
page 176 or "Removing the Sled Cover" on page 181.
3 Remove the cooling shroud. See "Removing the Cooling Shroud" on
page 276.
4 Locate the memory module sockets. See Figure 3-100.
CAUTION:
Handle each memory module only on either card edge, making sure
not to touch the middle of the memory module. To avoid damaging components on
the memory module, remove only one memory module at a time.
5 Simultaneously press down and out on the ejectors at both ends of the
memory module socket until the module is released from the socket.
See Figure 3-100.
6 Lift the module out of the socket. See Figure 3-100.
Figure 3-100. Removing a Memory Module
The memory modules are hot to the touch for some time after the
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