HP ProLiant DL760 G2 Server - Manual (Page 136)

Installing Hardware Options, Hot-Pluggable
To upgrade memory, replace existing DIMMs with new ones in bank pairs across all
five of the memory cartridges, one cartridge at a time. You must add memory and
bring the cartridge back online before taking the next cartridge offline.
IMPORTANT: Hot-upgrading memory results in the system switching into a safe memory
timing mode from the time the first cartridge is installed with upgraded memory until all five
cartridges have upgraded memory and the memory is made available to the operating system.
During this time some applications may show a decrease in performance, but the system
continues to operate.
1. Begin with memory cartridge 1:
a. Unlock the cartridge and slide it out of the server following the procedure in
“Removing the Memory Cartridge” section of this chapter.
b. Lift the memory cartridge cover and remove the DIMMs you are upgrading.
c. Install the new memory in the same sockets from which the DIMMs have
been removed in accordance with the following guidelines:
— Similar DIMMs must be installed in bank pairs and in bank pair order
(1+2, then 3+4, then 5+6, then 7+8).
— DIMMs must be of the same speed, type, and size. They should have the
same part number (for example 123456-12x, where x is not required to
match).
— More than one bank pair can be installed during a single hot-upgrade
operation.
CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to touch any of the
contacts. Doing so may damage the module.
NOTE: Be sure memory modules are installed in proper orientation. The modules are
keyed to ensure that they are installed correctly in the memory socket.
d. Be sure that all of the DIMM socket levers are rotated inward before closing
the cartridge cover and then close the memory cartridge cover.
e. Insert the memory cartridge in the server and secure it in place by closing the
cartridge ejector lever.
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