Installing Microprocessors
Installing or Replacing a Microprocessor
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ŸFor a list of supported operating systems, see http://www.pc.ibm.com/compat/ on the World Wide Web.
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1. If you have not already done so, go to http://www.pc.ibm.com/sup World Wide Web and download the appropriate flash update program the applicable README files, and use this informationFlash toUtilitycreate a Diskette. Perform the POST/BIOS (flash) update procedure.
2. The microprocessor in your server comes with an attached heat s
microprocessor | plugs | into the | microprocessor socket on | the | system | b |
is stabilized | with | a plastic | bracket attached to | the | system | bo |
3.If you replace the microprocessor with one that has a differe change the switch settings on the system board. To locate the sw “System Board Connectors” on page 169. For information about the
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Attention:
If you select a setting for the frequency switch that is grea frequency of the microprocessor, you might damage the microproces
To install a microprocessor:
1.If you have not done so, remove the server cover. See “Preparin Options” on page 43.
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b. Lift | the | terminator | card | out of | the | connector. |
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