DIMM removal movie - IBM System x3500

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Remove the Left-side Cover:

1. Unlock the side cover and press the cover-release latch down while rotating the top edge of the cover away from the server; then, lift the cover off the server and set it aside.

Remove the Bezel:

1. Release the three tabs on the left edge of the bezel and rotate the bezel away from the server; then, pull the bezel away from the server.
   Here’s a closer look at a latching tab.
   
2. Place the system on its right side this is the recommended service position.

Remove the Power Supplies:

1. Press the locking latch on the Power Supply and pull the Power Supply out of the bay.
2. Use the same procedure to remove Power Supply two if installed.
3. Lift the Power supply cage handle and Rotate the Cage out of the chassis until it latches in the open position.
   
   Here’s a closer look at the cage latch action.

Remove the DIMM:

1. Push out on the two latches and lift the DIMM out of the socket.
2. Place it on the ESD protected surface.
3. Use the same procedure to remove any remaining DIMMs

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