Compaq ProLiant CL380 User Guide

Installing Hardware Options 4-49

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Installing DIMMs

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the

internal system components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure

you are properly grounded before beginning any installation procedure. See

Appendix B, “Electrostatic Discharge,” for more information.

1. Remove the server node. For instructions, see the “Accessing a Server

Node” section earlier in this chapter.

2. Align the key slot in the bottom edge of each DIMM with the tab in the

expansion slot.

NOTE: DIMMs will not seat if turned the wrong way.

3. Insert each DIMM straight down into a socket on the system board .

4. As the DIMM goes into the socket, the latches close .

Figure 4-51. Aligning DIMM in a memory expansion slot

5. Press down firmly on the DIMM until it snaps into place.

6. Replace the server node in the system.

NOTE: For detailed instructions on replacing a server node, see the “Replacing a Server

Node” section earlier in this chapter.