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A supported HPE server using Intel Xeon Scalable Processors: For more information, see the NVDIMM
QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
An HPE Smart Storage Battery
A minimum of one regular DIMM: The system cannot have only NVDIMM-Ns installed.
A supported operating system with persistent memory/NVDIMM drivers. For the latest software
information, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://persistentmemory.hpe.com).
For minimum firmware versions, see the HPE 16GB NVDIMM User Guide on the Hewlett Packard
Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/nvdimm-docs).
To determine NVDIMM support for your server, see the server QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise
website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
Installing an NVDIMM
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the hard drives, memory, and other system components, the air baffle,
drive blanks, and access panel must be installed when the server is powered up.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the hard drives, memory, and other system components, be sure to
install the correct DIMM baffles for your server model.
CAUTION: DIMMs are keyed for proper alignment. Align notches in the DIMM with the corresponding
notches in the DIMM slot before inserting the DIMM. Do not force the DIMM into the slot. When installed
properly, not all DIMMs will face in the same direction.
CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Be sure you are properly
grounded before beginning this procedure.
CAUTION: Failure to properly handle DIMMs can damage the DIMM components and the system board
connector. For more information, see the DIMM handling guidelines in the troubleshooting guide for your
product on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website:
HPE ProLiant Gen10 (http://www.hpe.com/info/gen10-troubleshooting)
HPE Synergy (http://www.hpe.com/info/synergy-troubleshooting)
CAUTION: Unlike traditional storage devices, NVDIMMs are fully integrated in with the ProLiant server.
Data loss can occur when system components, such as the processor or HPE Smart Storage Battery,
fails. HPE Smart Storage battery is a critical component required to perform the backup functionality of
NVDIMMs. It is important to act when HPE Smart Storage Battery related failures occur. Always follow
best practices for ensuring data protection.
Prerequisites
Before installing an NVDIMM, be sure the server meets the Server requirements for NVDIMM support on
page 50.
Procedure
1. Power down the server (Powering down the server on page 30).
2. Remove all power:
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