Smp Expansion Module - IBM xSeries 445 Type 8870 Option Installation Manual

SMP Expansion Module

The SMP Expansion Module contains the XceL4
microprocessors, and voltage regulator modules (VRMs) needed to run your server.
This section contains the information needed to install and remove the SMP
Expansion Module, microprocessors, VRMs, and DIMMs.
The following notes describe components in the SMP Expansion Module and other
information that you must consider when installing an SMP Expansion Module:
v Use two hands to install or remove an SMP Expansion Module. Do not allow the
v For your server to operate properly, there must be a minimum of one SMP
v An SMP Expansion Module must contain at least one microprocessor and two
v If there is only one SMP Expansion Module installed in the server, an SMP baffle
v When the minimum number of microprocessors are installed in the SMP
v Before removing or installing SMP Expansion Modules, you must remove the
v You must run the Configuration/Setup Utility program whenever you remove or
expansion module to come in contact with the center planar while lifting it out or
putting into the server.
Expansion Module installed.
DIMMs.
must be installed in place of the upper SMP Expansion Module to ensure proper
cooling of the server.
Expansion Module, a microprocessor baffle must be installed in microprocessor
socket 4 to ensure proper cooling within the server.
retention bracket or brackets and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) shield from
the rear of the server.
replace an SMP Expansion Module or one of its associated options.
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system cache, DIMMs,
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