Removing a Microprocessor

Removing a Microprocessor

Your server comes with two processor boards. Some models come with one microprocessor on each processor board. Other models come with one microprocessor on one processor board. Your server supports a maximum of four microprocessors. The system board contains two processor-board connectors: one is primary; the other is secondary. You must maintain a processor board in each connector.

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.1/ System board

.2/ Connector for secondary processor board

.3/ Connector for primary processor board

The two smaller illustrations on the right show the two microprocessor sockets on the processor board. The top right illustration shows a microprocessor in the bottom (shaded) socket. The bottom right illustration shows a microprocessor in both sockets (shaded areas).

Notes:

1.One common reason for removing a microprocessor is to install an upgrade (faster) device. A faster microprocessor generates more heat, and thus requires a larger heat sink. Do not attempt to reuse an existing heat sink. Always install the heat sink provided in your IBM Processor Upgrade package.

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