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v Due to space limitations, you must use the microprocessor tool that comes with
v Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine
v Obtain an SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported operating
v You can use the Setup utility to determine the specific type of microprocessor in
v Microprocessor sockets must always contain either a heat-sink blank or a
v Populate the microprocessor sockets in the following order: 1, 4, 2, and 3. The
Note: If your server has more than two microprocessors installed, you must install
two QPI wrap cards in the server.
To install a microprocessor, complete the following steps:
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load among the microprocessors. This enhances performance for database and
point-of-sale applications, integrated manufacturing solutions, and other
applications.
the microprocessor, when you install the microprocessor.
whether you have to update the IBM System x Server Firmware (server
firmware). To download the most current level of server firmware, complete the
following steps.
Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual procedure
might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
2. Under Product support, click System x.
3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.
4. Click IBM System x3850 X5 and x3950 X5 to display the matrix of
downloadable files for the server.
systems, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.
the server.
microprocessor and heat sink.
following illustration shows the locations of the microprocessor sockets on the
microprocessor board.
Microprocessor 1
Microprocessor 2
Microprocessor 3
Microprocessor 4
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 32.
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