Replacing The Processor - Gateway 920 User Manual

Chapter 4: Installing Components

Replacing the processor

Your server is compatible with the Intel
processor. The server automatically detects the processor each time you turn
on the server. Whenever you install a new processor, you should first install
the most current version of the BIOS. For more information, see
BIOS" on page
Warning
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To replace the processor:
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Install the most current BIOS version by following the instructions in
"Updating the BIOS" on page
2
Follow the instructions in
page
3
Open the server case by following the instructions in
case" on page
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A heat sink must be installed on the processor. Installing
a processor without a heat sink could damage the
processor.
The processor and heat sink may be hot if the computer
has been running. Also, there may be sharp edges on the
heat sink. Consider wearing protective gloves.
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