Hardware Options Installation; Introduction; Processor And Fan Module Option - HP ProLiant DL160 Gen8 User Manual

Hardware options installation

Introduction

If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options and
identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.
WARNING:
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION:
beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.

Processor and fan module option

When one processor is installed, install fan blanks in slots 2 and 5. When two processors are installed, install
fans in these slots.
The server supports single processor and dual-processor operation.
CAUTION:
should attempt to replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION:
configurations must contain processors with the same part number.
IMPORTANT:
installing the processor.
NOTE:
processor.
To install a processor:
If installed, remove the rack bezel (on page 59).
1.
Power down the server (on page 17).
2.
Remove the server from the rack (on page 18).
3.
Remove the access panel (on page 19).
4.
Remove the processor air baffle.
5.
CAUTION:
replacing the system board.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before
To avoid damage to the processor and system board, only authorized personnel
To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor
If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before
To prevent the processor bent pins from bending, do not reset, swap, or exchange the
("Remove the processor air
The pins on the processor socket are very fragile. Any damage to them may require
baffle" on page 19)
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