Installing A Microprocessor - IBM x3655 - System - 7985 User Manual

Installing a microprocessor

The following notes describe the type of microprocessor that the server supports
and other information that you must consider when installing a microprocessor:
v The server supports up to two AMD Opteron microprocessors. If the server
v Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine
v (Optional) Obtain an SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported
v To order additional microprocessor options, contact your IBM marketing
v The microprocessor speeds are automatically set for this server; therefore, you
v If you have to replace a microprocessor, call for service.
v If the thermal-grease protective cover (for example, a plastic cap or tape liner) is
v Do not remove the first microprocessor from the system board to install the
See "System-board optional-device connectors" on page 17 for the location of the
microprocessor connectors.
The following illustration shows how to install the second microprocessor on the
system board.
comes with one microprocessor, you can install a second microprocessor but it
must be the same type and speed as the original microprocessor.
whether you must update the basic input/output system (BIOS) code for the
server. To download the latest level of BIOS code and many other code updates
for your server go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/support/xseries/
index.html, select System x3655 from the Hardware list, and click the
Download tab.
operating systems and other optional devices, go to http://www.ibm.com/servers/
eserver/serverproven/compat/us.
representative or authorized reseller.
do not have to set any microprocessor frequency-selection jumpers or switches.
removed from the heat sink, do not touch the thermal grease on the bottom of
the heat sink or set down the heat sink.
second microprocessor.
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