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Removing a DIMM

To remove a DIMM, do the following:
  1. Turn off the server. Then, disconnect all external cables and remove all peripheral devices.
  2. Remove the server cover. See Removing the server cover.
  3. Remove the air baffle. See Removing the air baffle.
  4. Carefully open the retaining clips 1 on each end of the DIMM slot and remove the DIMM.
    Attention
    To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM slots, handle the clips gently.
    Figure 1. DIMM removal
    DIMM removal

  5. Install a new DIMM if you have installed only one DIMM. See Installing a DIMM.