Replace a Faulty DIMM
1.
Review the memory riser and DIMM configuration rules.
2.
Prepare the system for service.
3.
Unplug the power cords.
4.
Remove the memory risers.
5.
Determine your upgrade path.
■ If you are adding DIMMs to the memory risers only, ensure the new DIMMs
have the same rank classification as the DIMMs already installed on the
motherboard.
■ If you are upgrading all of the memory in the server, remove all of the
existing DIMMs on the memory risers and the motherboard.
6.
Install the new DIMMs.
7.
Install the memory risers.
8.
Return the server to operation.
9.
Enable and verify the new DIMMs.
Replace a Faulty DIMM
Caution - This procedure requires handling components that are sensitive to ESD. Follow
antistatic practices to avoid damage or component failure.
Customers can perform this procedure, but the system must first be completely powered down
and all power cords unplugged. See “Component Service Categories” on page 43 for more
information about cold-service procedures.
Perform this procedure to replace a faulty DIMM on the motherboard or a memory riser.
1.
Identify the faulty DIMM to be removed using the ILOM show faulty command.
2.
Prepare the system for service.
88 SPARC T8-1 Server Service Manual • January 2022
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