HP ProLiant ML370 Generation 3 Setup and Installation Guide

Installing Hardware Options
3-32 HP ProLiant ML370 Generation 3 Server Setup and Installation Guide
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Memory
You can expand server memory by installing HP or Compaq branded DDR DIMMs.
The server supports up to six ECC registered DDR DIMMs installed in slots on the
system board.
The server supports the Advanced Memory Protection feature through the Advanced
ECC feature and online spare memory support. When you power up and configure
the server for the first time, use RBSU to enable online spare memory support. For
additional information about using RBSU option menus, refer to Chapter 7, “Server
Configuration and Utilities
CAUTION: Use only HP or Compaq branded DIMMs. DIMMs from other sources
are known to adversely affect data integrity.
IMPORTANT: Always install identical DIMMs in pairs so that both slots in the bank are
populated.
IMPORTANT: Always install DIMMs in order (bank A, then bank B, and then bank C) without
skipping any slots.
The server supports two types of memory configurations:
• Standard memory configuration for maximum performance with up to 12 GB of
active memory
• Online spare memory configuration for maximum availability with up to 8 GB of
active memory and up to 4 GB of online spare memory
The following sections explain DIMM slot locations, configuration options, and
installation procedures.