
Hardware options installation 27
Hardware options installation
In this section
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 27
Processor option..................................................................................................................................... 27
Memory options..................................................................................................................................... 34
Hard drive options ................................................................................................................................. 36
Removable media device options ............................................................................................................. 38
Redundant hot-plug power supply option................................................................................................... 43
Expansion board options ........................................................................................................................ 44
Parallel and second serial connector option............................................................................................... 47
Redundant fan assembly option ............................................................................................................... 48
Battery-backed write cache option............................................................................................................ 50
Tower-to-rack conversion option ............................................................................................................... 51
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: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and
the internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before 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 automatically boots from processor 2 and provides a processor failure message.
The server uses an embedded PPM 1 as a DC-to-DC converter to provide the proper power to processor
1.
CAUTION: To prevent possible server malfunction, do not mix processors of different speeds or cache
sizes. Refer to the label on the processor heatsink for a description of the processor.
IMPORTANT: Processor socket 1 must be populated at all times or the server does not function.
CAUTION: Removal of the processor or heatsink renders the thermal layer between the processor and
heatsink useless. A new heatsink must be ordered and installed before reinstalling the processor.
To install the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 16).
2. Do one of the following:
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