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Microprocessor 1 VRM
Microprocessor 1
Microprocessor 3
VRM connector
Microprocessor 3 socket
Figure 47. Microprocessor connector and VRM locations
Complete the following steps to install a microprocessor:
1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and "Installation guidelines"
on page 11.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, disconnect the power cords, and
disconnect all external cables from the SMP Expansion Module.
3. Pull out on the quick release latches on each side of the server; then, pull the
server out of its rack enclosure until it stops.
4. Open the top cover.
5. If necessary, remove the SMP baffle or top SMP Expansion Module.
Note: If your server contains only one SMP Expansion Module, remove the
SMP baffle above it to gain access to the module. If your server
contains two SMP Expansion Modules, remove the top module to gain
access to the bottom or lower SMP Expansion Module.
6. Remove the SMP Expansion Module in which you plan to install the
microprocessor; then, remove the module cover and determine the socket
where the microprocessor is to be installed. For details, see "Removing and
Installing the SMP Expansion Module and cover" on page 32.
7. Determine which type of microprocessors are installed in your server. The
easiest way to do this is by the locations of the installed microprocessors in
the SMP Expansion Module. If the microprocessors are installed only in
connectors 1 and 4, your server came with Intel Xeon DP microprocessors. If
the microprocessors are installed in any other connectors, such as 1 and 2 or
1, 2, and 3, your server came with Intel Xeon MP microprocessors.
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to
avoid damage from static electricity. For details on handling these devices, see
"Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 12.
8. If you are installing a new microprocessor, go to step 9; otherwise, continue:
Microprocessor 4
VRM connector
Microprocessor 4
baffle
Microprocessor 2
VRM
Microprocessor 2
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