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Replacing memory risers for the 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, or 8205-E6D

Use this procedure to replace an existing memory riser.

Attention: If you are installing a new or upgraded memory riser, see Installing memory risers for the 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, or 8205-E6D. If you are replacing a memory riser as part of a service procedure, complete the following procedure.

If your system is managed by the HMC, use the HMC to complete the steps for replacing a memory riser in the server. For information about using the HMC to replace memory risers, see Exchanging a part using the Hardware Management Console.

If your system is managed by the IBM® Systems Director Management Console (SDMC), use the SDMC to replace the memory riser in the server. For instructions, see Replacing a part by using the Systems Director Management Console. If you do not have an SDMC, complete this procedure to replace a memory riser.

To replace a memory riser:

  1. Complete the prerequisite tasks. For instructions, see Before you begin.
  2. If necessary, remove the existing memory riser and module, as described in Removing memory modules for the 8202-E4B, 8202-E4C, 8202-E4D, 8205-E6B, 8205-E6C, or 8205-E6D.
  3. Stop the system. For instructions, see Stopping a system or logical partition.
  4. For a rack-mounted system, place the system into the service position, as described in Placing a rack-mounted model into the service position.
  5. Remove the service access cover.
  6. Use the service indicator light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help identify the part. For instructions, see Identifying a part.
  7. Reach behind the system and disconnect all power cords from the unit you are servicing.
    Figure 1. Disconnecting the power cordsDisconnecting 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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    Hazardous voltage or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label.
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    Hazardous voltage or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label.

  8. 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.
  9. Replace the memory riser.
    1. Align the memory riser with the plastic guides on the memory cage. The memory modules (DIMMs) should be facing to the right.
    2. Slide the memory riser into the cage until it stops just above the connector.
    3. Press the locking tabs into the closed position until they snap into place.
      Figure 2. Replacing a memory riser
      Memory riser replaced.
  10. If you are installing memory modules as part of another procedure, return to that procedure now. If your service actions are complete, continue with the following steps:
    1. Replace the service access cover.
    2. For a rack-mounted system, put the system into the operating position, as described in Placing a rack-mounted model into the operating position.
    3. Reconnect the power source.
    4. Start the system.
      • If you are installing or removing system memory and the following conditions are true, set the power-on mode to Partition Standby.
        • The system is managed by the HMC or SDMC.
        • The only logical partition is assigned all system resources.
        Start the system as described in Power On.
      • In all other conditions, start the system as described in Starting a system or logical partition.
    5. Verify the installed part.
      • If you replaced the part because of a service action, verify the installed part, as described in Verifying a repair.
      • If you installed the part for any other reason, verify the installed part, as described in Verifying the installed part.


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Last updated: Thu, February 18, 2016