Installing And Replacing A Microprocessor - IBM xSeries 445 Type 8870 Option Installation Manual

DIMM
Figure 41. Inserting a DIMM into a DIMM slot
10. Close the top cover and slide the server into the rack enclosure until it stops;

Installing and replacing a microprocessor

This section describes how to install and remove microprocessors and VRMs.
The following notes describe the types of microprocessors that your server supports
and other information that you must consider when installing a microprocessor:
v Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine
v If your server comes with Intel Xeon MP microprocessors, obtain an
v To order additional microprocessor or SMP Expansion Module options, contact
v To avoid damage and ensure proper server operation after you install a
v The microprocessor in socket 1 of the bottom SMP Expansion Module is the
v An air baffle or microprocessor must be installed in microprocessor socket 4,
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Attention: If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips,
the DIMM has not been properly installed. In this case, open the retaining
clips and remove the DIMM; then, reinsert the DIMM.
c. Repeat steps 7a and 7b for each DIMM.
8. Close the DIMM access door.
9. If necessary, reinstall the SMP baffle.
then, secure the server in the rack enclosure using the quick release latches.
whether you need to update the basic input/output system (BIOS) code in your
server. To download the most current level of BIOS code for the server, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported operating systems, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat/.
your IBM marketing representative or authorized reseller.
replacement or an additional microprocessor, use a microprocessor that has the
same cache size and type, clock speed, and internal and external clock
frequencies as the microprocessors already installed in the individual SMP
Expansion Module. For a list of microprocessors supported by your server, see
the ServerProven list at http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/.
startup (boot) microprocessor.
depending on your configuration.
Retaining
clip