Processor
About this task
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the processor and system board, only authorized personnel should attempt to
replace or install the processor in this node .
CAUTION:
To prevent possible node malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor configurations must
contain processors with the same part number.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible node overheating, always populate processor socket 2 with a processor and a
heatsink or a processor socket cover and a heatsink blank.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static precautions before
beginning any installation, removal, or replacement procedure. Improper grounding can cause
electrostatic discharge.
IMPORTANT:
If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before installing the processor.
IMPORTANT:
Processor socket 1 must be populated at all times or the node does not function.
To remove the component:
Procedure
1. Power down the node .
2. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the node .
3. Remove the node from the chassis .
4. Place the node on a flat, level surface.
5. In a 2U node, do one of the following:
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Remove the three-slot PCI riser cage assembly.
•
Remove the FlexibleLOM 2U node PCI riser cage assembly.
6. Remove the air baffle.
7. Remove the heatsink.
8. Open each of the processor locking levers in the order indicated, and then open the processor retaining
bracket.
Processor
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