Lenovo ThinkServer TS440 - Manual (Page 88)

Notes:
• To optimize system performance, ensure that you consider and follow the memory module installation
rules when performing the operation. See “Memory module installation rules” on page 74.
• Use any documentation that comes with the memory module and follow those instructions in addition to
the instructions in this topic.
To install a memory module, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
2. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 67.
3. Lay the server on its side for easier operation.
4. Locate the memory slots on the system board. See “System board components” on page 38.
5. Disconnect any cables that might impede your access to the memory slots.
6. Open the retaining clips of the appropriate memory slot.
Figure 35. Opening the retaining clips of the memory slot
7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new memory module to any unpainted surface on
the outside of the server. Then, take the new memory module out of the package.
Note: Carefully handle the memory module by its edges.
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