Figure 5-10
Using the SIMM Extraction Tool
a
b
Step 6
While pressing the tool downward (to keep the retainer spring depressed), rotate the tool
clockwise until the right side of the SIMM is partially released from the socket. (See
Figure 5-10b.)
Remove the tool from the right side, and insert the embossed tip into the hole in the left side
Step 7
of the same SIMM.
While pressing the tool downward, rotate the tool counterclockwise until the left side of the
Step 8
SIMM is released from the socket. (See Figure 5-10c.)
When both ends of the SIMM are released from the socket, grasp the ends of the SIMM
Step 9
with your thumb and forefinger and pull the SIMM completely out of the socket. Handle
the edges of the SIMM only; avoid touching the memory module or pins, and the metal
traces or fingers along the socket edge.
Place the SIMM in an antistatic bag to protect it from ESD damage.
Step 10
Repeat Steps 4 through 10 for the remaining SIMMs.
Step 11
This completes the SIMM removal procedure. Proceed to the next section to install the new SIMMs.
Insert extraction
tool into SIMM
socket and depress
retaining spring
Orient tool
as shown
c
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Orient tool
as shown
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