Hardware Options Installation; Introduction; Processor Options; Installing A Processor - HP ProLiant DL580 G7 User Manual

Hardware options installation

Introduction

If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options and
identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.
WARNING:
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION:
beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.
Review "Electrostatic Discharge (on page 113)" before installing hardware options into the server.

Processor options

The server supports up to four processors. Observe the following processor installation guidelines:
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Processor socket 1 must be populated at all times so that the server functions properly.
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Processors must be installed in the following order: processor 1, processor 2, processor 3, and
processor 4.
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When either optional I/O expansion board in installed in a two-processor configuration, the second
processor must be installed in socket 3.

Installing a processor

The processors and memory are located in the drawer accessible from the front of the server. It is not
necessary to extend or remove the server from the rack to install or replace processors and memory.
WARNING:
processor memory module. The processor memory module is very heavy when fully populated.
CAUTION:
processor without using the processor installation tool.
CAUTION:
configurations must contain processors with the same part number.
IMPORTANT:
installing the processor.
IMPORTANT:
installing the processor.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before
Use caution when installing the processor memory module or removing the
To help avoid damage to the processor and system board, do not install the
To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor
If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before
If upgrading to an Intel Xeon Processor E7, update the system ROM before
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