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Install a DIMM comb

Use this information to install a DIMM comb.

About this task

Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.

  • Make sure to remove or install memory module 20 seconds after disconnecting power cords from the system. It allows the system to be completely discharged of electricity and safe for handling memory module.

Note
The following illustration might differ slightly from your hardware, but the installation method is the same.
Watch the procedure
  • A video of this procedure is available at YouTube.

Procedure

Note

Make sure to remove or install memory module 20 seconds after disconnecting power cords from the system. It allows the system to be completely discharged of electricity and safe for handling memory module.

  1. Align the DIMM comb with the slots and insert it into the node.
    Figure 1. DIMM comb installation
    DIMM comb installation
  2. Install the memory module tool to the DIMM comb.
    Figure 2. Memory module tool installation
    Memory module tool installation
After you finish

  1. Install the tray cover. See Install the tray cover.

  2. Install the tray into the enclosure. See Install a DWC tray in the enclosure.

  3. Connect all required external cables to the solution.
    Note
    Use extra force to connect QSFP cables to the solution.

  4. Check the power LED on each node to make sure it changes from fast blink to slow blink to indicate all nodes are ready to be powered on.