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Increasing the amount of memory – Nortel Networks BCM200/400 User Manual

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Chapter 24 Replacing data cards and processing hardware

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The BCM system is equipped with 256 MB of random access memory (RAM). The memory
resides on a dual in-line memory module (DIMM) on the main card. The main card contains space
to add a second DIMM, or you can upgrade the existing DIMM.

Figure 173

provides an overview of the process for replacing or adding memory chips.

Figure 173 Memory replacement overview

Increasing the amount of memory

To increase the amount of memory in the system, you can:

add another DIMM to the second DIMM slot.

replace current DIMM with a DIMM that contains more RAM.

Removing the dual in-line memory module (DIMM) card

Use this procedure to remove a DIMM when the circuit fails or when you want to increase the
amount of RAM in the BCM main unit.

Danger: Risk of shock
Disconnect the power cord, telephone cables, and network cables before opening the
computer. Read and follow installation instructions carefully.

Caution: Use only a Nortel-approved replacement. Contact your account representative
for the current list of approved replacement parts.

Note: There must be at least one DIMM installed in the BCM main unit for the system to
function.

Do a software
shutdown

Set up unit for
maintenance

Remove the base
function tray

Restore unit to
operation

Pull DIMM off
motherboard

Install a new DIMM

Test system