Removing memory modules for the 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, or 8205-E6D

Use this procedure to remove a memory module.

1. Complete the prerequisite tasks. For instructions, see Before you begin.
2. Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system or logical partition.
3. For a rack-mounted system, place the system into the service position, as described in Placing a rack-mounted model into the service position.
4. Remove the service access cover.
   • For a rack-mounted system, see Removing the service access cover from a rack-mounted model.
   • For a stand-alone system, see Removing the service access cover from a stand-alone model.
5. Reach behind the system and disconnect all power cords from the unit you are servicing.
   Figure 1. Disconnecting the power cords
   Note: An optional power supply is available in the 8202-E4B or 8202-E4C server. The 8205-E6B or 8205-E6C server is equipped with a mandatory second power supply. Before continuing with this procedure, ensure that the power source to the system has been disconnected.

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6. Attach the wrist strap.
   Attention:

   • Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your hardware.
   • When using a wrist strap, follow all electrical safety procedures. A wrist strap is for static control. It does not increase or decrease your risk of receiving electric shock when using or working on electrical equipment.
   • If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.
7. Remove the memory riser from the system by pulling the locking tabs into the open position and lifting the memory riser out of the system.
   Figure 2. Removing a memory riser

   
8. Identify the failing memory module by pressing the blue button (B) on the memory riser. Doing this activates the LED (A) associated with the failing DIMM.
   Note: When the system is in service position, the DIMM fault and identify LEDs are not visible for DIMM connector locations C2 - C4 and C7 - C10. Pressing the blue button on the memory riser identifies these failing DIMMs without having to take the system out of service position.
   Figure 3. Identifying the failing memory module

   
9. Unlock the memory module by pushing the locking tabs (A) open as shown in Figure 4. Lift the memory module (B) out of the connector. The lever action of the tabs forces the memory module out of the connector.
   Figure 4. Removing a memory module