Installing A Second Microprocessor - IBM System x3620 M3 7376 Installation And User Manual

Installing a second microprocessor

The following notes describe the type of microprocessor that the server supports
and other information that you must consider when you install a microprocessor:
v The server supports Intel Xeon scalable multi-core microprocessors which are
v Do not install an Intel Xeon
v The server supports up to two microprocessors. If the server comes with one
v Both microprocessors must have the same QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) link
v Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine
v (Optional) Obtain an SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported
v To order additional microprocessor optional devices, contact your IBM marketing
v The microprocessor speeds are automatically set for this server; therefore, you
v If you have to replace a microprocessor, call for service.
v If the thermal-grease protective cover (for example, a plastic cap or tape liner) is
v Do not remove the first microprocessor from the system board to install the
Attention:
v Microprocessors are to be installed only by trained service technicians.
v A startup (boot) microprocessor must always be installed in microprocessor
v To ensure correct server operation when you install an additional microprocessor,
To install an additional microprocessor, complete the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
designed for the LGA 1366 socket. These microprocessors are 64-bit quad-core
or six-core microprocessors with an integrated memory controller, quick-path
interconnect, and shared last cache. See http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/
serverproven/compat/us/ for a list of supported microprocessors.
series microprocessor in the same server.
microprocessor, you can install a second microprocessor.
speed, integrated memory controller frequency, core frequency, power segment,
cache size, and type.
whether you must update the server firmware for the server. To download the
most current level of server firmware and many other code updates for your
server, complete the following steps:
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
2. Under Product support, click System x.
3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.
4. Click System x3620 M3 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the
server.
operating systems and optional devices, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/
serverproven/compat/us/.
representative or authorized reseller.
do not have to set any microprocessor frequency-selection jumpers or switches.
removed from the heat sink, do not touch the thermal grease on the bottom of
the heat sink or set down the heat sink.
second microprocessor.
socket 1 on the system board.
use microprocessors that are compatible and install at least one DIMM in a
DIMM connector for microprocessor 2.
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