Before you begin | IBM RS/6000 7043 43P manual

200-MHZ and 233-MHz Processor Upgrade (for the Model 140)

You can increase the performance of your system unit by upgrading the

microprocessor. This		section explains the procedure for installing a 200-MHz
233-MHz processor		upgrade	kit	into	a Model 140	system.
Note: If	you wish	to install		a 332-MHz processor upgrade			kit	into your s
to	“332-MHz Processor		Upgrade		(for the	Model 140)”	on	page 4-50.

ŸRead “Safety Considerations” on page 4-2 and “Handling Static Sensitive Devices” on page 4-3.

Ÿ	Remove	the	system	unit cover (see “Removing the Cover” on page 4-4).
Ÿ	Locate	the	following	additional items:

– A flat-head screwdriver.

–	A paper	towel	for	the	thermal	grease.
–	Make sure	you	know	the	level of	firmware installed in your system
	To determine which level is currently installed, see Chapter 3, “Syst
	Management	Services”		on	page 3-1.

1. Check your inventory. The processor upgrade kit consists of the followin

2. A	four-slot EMC shield	may	also be	included in your processor upgrade
must	be installed if	your	system	unit is not already shielded.