IBM IntelliStation M Pro 6233 Hardware Maintenance Manual page 69

v Use only 144 Mbit or 288 Mbit technologies.
v The memory must be installed in matched pairs. To ensure that the RIMM pair
Use the following table to help you to configure a memory card with eight RIMM
connectors.
Pair 1
RIMM 1
2 RIMMs RIMM
4 RIMMs RIMM
6 RIMMs RIMM
8 RIMMs RIMM
Notes:
1. The IBM IntelliStation M Pro computer supports 128 MB, 256 MB, and 512 MB
2. Installing or removing RIMMs changes the configuration information in the
3. The illustrations in this documentation might differ slightly from your computer.
Removing a RIMM or C-RIMM
Complete the following steps to remove a RIMM or C-RIMM:
Attention:
damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, refer to
"Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 43.
1. Review the "Safety information" on page 103.
2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
3. Disconnect all external cables and power cords from the computer, and remove
4. If the computer comes with an air baffle, you might need to lift it out to access
5. Remove the PCI adapter retention bracket or the memory board retention screw
6. Rotate the front adapter support bracket out of the way and pull the memory
7. At both ends of the RIMM connector on the memory board, push outward on
match, use RIMMs with identical option part numbers (shown on RIMM labels).
Pair 2
RIMM 2 RIMM 3
RIMM C-RIMM
RIMM RIMM
RIMM RIMM
RIMM RIMM
RIMMs. The computer supports a minimum of 256 MB and a maximum of 4 GB
of system memory. Refer to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support for a list of memory
modules for use with the computer.
computer. Therefore, after installing or removing a RIMM, you must change and
save the new configuration information by using the Configuration/Setup Utility
program. When you restart the computer, the system displays a message
indicating that the memory configuration has changed. You must start the
Configuration/Setup Utility program and select Save Settings to save your
changes. See "Configuration" on page 33 for more information.
When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to avoid
the computer cover (see "Removing the cover and front bezel" on page 47).
parts of the system board. See "Removing the air baffle" on page 48 for more
information.
(depending on the model).
board out of the chassis.
the retaining clips until the module is loosened. Lift the RIMM or C-RIMM out of
the connector.
Attention: Be careful not to push too hard on the retaining clips, because the
RIMM or C-RIMM might eject too quickly.
Pair 3
RIMM 4 RIMM 5
C-RIMM Empty
RIMM Empty
RIMM RIMM
RIMM RIMM
Pair 4
RIMM 6 RIMM 7
Empty Empty
Empty C-RIMM
RIMM C-RIMM
RIMM RIMM
Installing options
RIMM 8
Empty
C-RIMM
C-RIMM
RIMM
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