218-DIMM Initialization Error
218-DIMM Initialization Error – All DIMMs are mapped out due to memory errors except for one to allow the system to boot. Additional errors may be present on the remaining DIMM. System is booting in a degraded state.
All the DIMMs in the system have exceeded the acceptable threshold of uncorrectable errors due to one of the following:
Faulty DIMM module
An issue with one or more system board components
CAUTION:
Failure to properly handle DIMMs can damage the DIMM components and the system board connector. For more information, see the DIMM handling guidelines in the troubleshooting guide for your product on the
Hewlett Packard Enterprise website:
- HPE ProLiant Gen10 (https://www.hpe.com/info/gen10-troubleshooting)
- HPE Synergy (https://www.hpe.com/info/synergy-troubleshooting)
CAUTION:
Before removing or replacing any processors, be sure to follow the guidelines in "Processor troubleshooting guidelines" in the troubleshooting guide for your product. Failure to follow the recommended guidelines can cause damage to the system board, requiring replacement of the system board.