Upgrading The System - Intergraph InterServe 80 SL System Reference Manual

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Upgrading the System

This chapter describes upgrading memory and processors, as well as installing option cards,
internal drives, and external SCSI drives. Obey all warning and caution labels while
upgrading the system.
WARNING Disconnect the system from AC power before servicing internal components! Failure
to remove AC power may result in equipment damage or personal injury.
WARNING Follow all warnings and cautions in these upgrade instructions. If you fail to follow
documented, approved procedures, personal injury or damage to equipment can
result.
CAUTION Use an antistatic wrist strap for all upgrading procedures to avoid the possibility of
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION System memory modules from Intergraph Computer Systems are certified for use with
Intergraph computers at extremes of temperature and system load to ensure reliable
performance. System memory modules available from other vendors may not function
properly or reliably in your Intergraph computer.
CAUTION Do not overtighten screws and other fasteners to avoid damaging threads.
These procedures assume you have removed the left side panel from the system. After
upgrading the system, replace panels as described in Chapter 1, "Accessing the
Components."
Adding Memory...........................................................................................................32
Memory Configurations .................................................................................33
Adding a Processor ......................................................................................................33
Single-to-Dual Upgrade..................................................................................34
Adding Option Cards ...................................................................................................35
Slot Locations ................................................................................................36
Upgrading Graphics Cards .............................................................................36
Installing Option Cards ..................................................................................37
Assigning System Resources ..........................................................................37
Adding Internal SCSI Drives and Devices....................................................................38
Device Bays ...................................................................................................39
Installing Devices in the Drive Bays...............................................................40
Adding External SCSI Drives ......................................................................................43
SCSI Cable Length Guidelines .......................................................................43
SCSI Cable Quality Guidelines.......................................................................44
SCSI ID Guidelines........................................................................................44
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