Lenovo ThinkSystem SR645 V3 - Install a Memory Module

Install a memory module
Use this information to install a memory module.
About this task
Attention:
• Read
“Installation Guidelines” on page 35 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 36 to ensure that you
work safely.
• Make sure to adopt one of the supported configurations listed in
“Memory module installation rules and
order” on page 39
.
• Memory modules are sensitive to static discharge and require special handling. Refer to the standard
guidelines at
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 38:
– Always wear an electrostatic-discharge strap when removing or installing memory modules.
Electrostatic-discharge gloves can also be used.
– Never hold two or more memory modules together so that they do not touch each other. Do not stack
memory modules directly on top of each other during storage.
– Never touch the gold memory module connector contacts or allow these contacts to touch the outside
of the memory module connector housing.
– Handle memory modules with care: never bend, twist, or drop a memory module.
– Do not use any metal tools (such as jigs or clamps) to handle the memory modules, because the rigid
metals may damage the memory modules.
– Do not insert memory modules while holding packages or passive components, which can cause
package cracks or detachment of passive components by the high insertion force.
Important: Remove or install memory modules for one processor at a time.
Firmware and driver download: You might need to update the firmware or driver after replacing a
component.
• Go to
https://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/tw/en/products/servers/thinksystem/sr645v3/7d9c/downloads/
driver-list/
to see the latest firmware and driver updates for your server.
• Go to
“Update the firmware” on page 177 for more information on firmware updating tools.
Watch the procedure
A video of this procedure is available at YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-
CTkyVDu-5Lhy1r9G-4PQGl
.
Procedure
Step 1. Power off the server and disconnect all power cords.
Step 2. Touch the static-protective package that contains the memory module to any unpainted surface on
the outside of the server. Then, take the memory module out of the package and place it on a
static-protective surface.
Step 3. Locate the required memory module slot on the system board (system board assembly).
Note: Ensure that you observe the installation rules and sequence in
“Memory module installation
rules and order” on page 39
.
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