Removing and replacing memory expansion module Tier 2
CRUs
This topic provides general information about removing and replacing memory
expansion module Tier 2 CRUs.
About this task
You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional
charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your memory
expansion module.
Removing the memory expansion module system-board tray
assembly
This topic provides instructions for how to remove the memory expansion module
system-board tray assembly.
About this task
To remove the system-board tray, complete the following steps:
Note: When you replace the system-board tray, make sure that the host UEFI
firmware is at the latest level.
Procedure
1. Before you attach a memory expansion module to the server and try to use it,
you must update the UEFI firmware with the latest level of firmware code. If
you attach and try to use the memory expansion module without updating
the UEFI firmware, you might get unexpected system behavior, or the server
might not power on. For special instructions to follow before you attach the
memory expansion module to the server, go to .
2. Read the safety information that begins with Safety and “Installation
guidelines” on page 97.
3. Turn off the host server (see Turning off the server) and all attached
peripheral devices. Disconnect all power cords; then, disconnect all external
cables from the server. Disconnect all power cords from the memory
expansion module; then, disconnect all external cables from the memory
expansion module. (Do not bend or nick the scalability cables while working
with the cables.)
4. Remove the bezel (see “Removing the memory expansion module bezel” on
page 177).
5. Grasp the blue release latches on the system-board tray handles and press the
release latches in opposite directions and rotate the handles to the fully open
position.
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