Apple Xserve Intel (Late 2006) User Manual

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Chapter 2

Installing or Replacing Components

To install memory:

1

Review the memory installation rules and make sure you have the right type of DIMMs.

2

Shut down the Xserve and unplug all cables.

Important:

Be sure the Xserve is turned off and the power cords are unplugged before

you install or remove memory.

3

Remove the Xserve from the rack and open it. For instructions, see “Opening and

Closing the Xserve” on page 30.

4

Open the ejectors on a slot by pushing them outward.

Important:

Don’t touch the gold connectors on the DIMMs.

5

Without touching its gold connectors, align a DIMM in the slot and push straight down

on both ends until the DIMM is seated and the ejectors snap upright.

6

Repeat for the second DIMM of the pair and for additional pairs.

Important:

Be sure to add DIMMs in the order shown in the illustration.

WARNING:

Always wait 5 to 10 minutes for the Xserve to cool down before you try to

install memory. DIMMs that are already installed and other components near the

DIMM slots may be very hot.

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