Remove a DIMM
1
Remove the DIMMs by pressing down on the tabs on both sides of the
DIMM to unlock it from the slot.
Figure 114: Remove DIMMs
Legend
1 Tabs to release DIMMs
2 DIMM
3 DIMM slot
Note: Pressing on the fault remind buon on the motherboard lights up the
fault LED. The fault remind buon helps to identify the faulted DIMMs.
How
ever, press the fault remind buon only when necessary, because the
capacitor powering up the fault remind buon can be sustained only for 60
seconds.
Note: While inserting or removing DIMMs, ensure that there is no
interference with the cables. Pulling or pressing down on the cables might
cause damage to the cables during the replacement procedure.
2 Lift out the DIMM and set aside on an antistatic mat.
Note: Visually inspect the slots and the memory for physical damage by
checking for cracked or broken plastic in the slot.
Note: Sometimes memory might fault because of dust or improper
alignment or damaged slots. Use only compressed air to dust the memory.
Controller Replacement Procedures
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