Dell PowerEdge 2300 Upgrade Manual page 10

1-6 Dell PowerEdge Systems — Microprocessor Upgrade
e. Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the new microprocessor is operating
correctly.
See your User's Guide and your computer Installation and Troubleshooting
Guide for additional information on running the Dell Diagnostics and
troubleshooting any problems that may occur.
         


To upgrade to Pentium II or Pentium III microprocessors in the PowerEdge 2300, per-
form the following steps.
NOTES: If you are installing a 600 MHz (or greater) microprocessor in your
PowerEdge 2300, the system board mounting plate must be replaced. A replacement
mounting plate is provided with the upgrade kit.
If you are upgrading a PowerEdge 2300 with one or two microprocessors with an
operating frequency less than 600 MHz, you do not need to replace the system board
mounting plate.
1. Access the system board, which involves the following steps:
a. Disconnecting power and peripheral cables.
b. Removing the covers.
c. Removing the front bezel.
d. Removing the cooling fan shroud.
e. Replacing the system board mounting plate or tray. Applies only when
installing 600 MHz or greater microprocessors.
See your system Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for specific instructions,
if needed.