Hardware Options Installation; Introduction; Processor Option - HP ProLiant ML370 Generation 5 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 option

The server supports single- and dual-processor operation. With two processors installed, the server
supports boot functions through the processor installed in processor socket 1. However, if processor 1
fails, the system attempts to boot from processor 2 and provides a processor failure message.
The server uses PPMs to provide power to each processor. The corresponding PPM must be installed for
each processor or the system cannot boot.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the processor socket contacts.
•
• Always install the processor socket cover after removing the processor from the socket.
Do not tilt or slide the processor when lowering the processor into the socket.
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CAUTION:
Handle the processor only by the edges.
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• Do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the contact area.
IMPORTANT:
server does not power up.
To install a processor:
Power down the server (on page 20).
1.
Do one of the following:
2.
Open or remove the tower bezel, as needed
o
Extend the server from the rack (on page 22).
o
Remove the access panel (on page 25).
3.
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 system board:
To avoid damage to the processor:
Processor socket 1 must always be populated. If processor socket 1 is empty, the
("Open or remove the tower
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bezel" on page 21).