DIMM installation movie - IBM System x3850 X5 (7145, 7146), System x3950 X5 (7145)

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To install a DIMM:

1. With the retaining clips in the open position insert the DIMM straight into the socket, pressing down on both corners of the DIMM at the same time until latched in place.
   
   
2. Install the Memory Card:
   
   
   1. Insert the memory card into the server using the guides for alignment. Rotate the retention levers to the closed position and slide the blue release latch toward the front of the server until latched.
      
      
   2. Use the same procedure to install any additional memory cards if required. Note all memory card positions must have either a card or a filler panel installed in order to maintain proper air flow.
      
      
3. Install the Top Cover:
   
   
   1. With the cover release latch in the open position place the cover on top of the server so that the tabs on the cover align with the slots in the chassis.Slide the top cover forward while closing the release latch.
      
      

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