Hardware Owner's Manual Updates; Installing The Processor; System Diagnostics Custom Test Options; System Board Replacement Update (Service-Only Procedure) - Dell PowerEdge 2900 Information Update

Hardware Owner's Manual Updates

Installing the Processor

When installing the processor, the processor shield must be closed before
securing the processor with the socket release lever.

System Diagnostics Custom Test Options

In the Customize window of the system diagnostics, the Log output file
pathname option enables you to specify the diskette drive or USB memory key
where the test log file is saved. You cannot save the file to a hard drive.
System Board Replacement Update
(Service-Only Procedure)
CAUTION:
cover and access any of the components inside the system. See your Product
Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working
inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
The procedure given in the Hardware Owner's Manual to replace the system
board has been updated. When removing or installing the system board, lift
or hold the system board by the retention pin and the system board handles
(see Figure 1-3).
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to your system board, do not lift the system board by
the memory module retention brackets or by any component on the system board
except for the system board handles.
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Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system