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The following table explains the memory module installation order for servers that have two microprocessors
(CPU1 and CPU2) installed.

Table 14. Memory module installation order in lockstep mode for servers with two microprocessors

CPU1 DIMM

CPU2 DIMM

A1

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

D1

D2

E1

E2

F1

F2

DIMM installation order

1

5

2

6

3

7

4

8

Installing a memory module

Attention: Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Safety information”
on page iii
and “Guidelines” on page 83.

This topic provides instructions on how to install a memory module.

Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another
computer for reference.

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 93.

• 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 85.

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 48.

5. Remove any parts or disconnect any cables that might prevent your access to the memory slots.

6. Open the retaining clips of the appropriate memory slot. See “Memory module installation rules” on

page 93 for the installation sequence information.

Figure 46. Opening the retaining clips of the memory slots

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