PCServer704 - Microprocessor Option Installation

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PCServer704 - Microprocessor Option Installation

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Microprocessor Option Installation Instructions

Step 1. Updating the System BIOS
a. Shut down the operating system.
b. Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to restart the system. The system BIOS level is displayed on the system front panel during the power-on self-test (POST) for about 30 seconds.

An example of the system BIOS that is displayed is 1.00.05CD.

Important

If the system BIOS is at the same level or higher than the BIOS update diskette that comes with the option (check the version number on the diskette), you do not need to update the system BIOS.
If the system BIOS is at a lower level than the BIOS update diskette that comes with the option, continue with step 1c.
Do not install a system BIOS that is at a lower level than your system BIOS.

c. Insert the PC Server 704 BIOS Update Diskette that comes with the option into diskette drive A.
d. Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to restart the system. Follow the on-screen prompts to update the system BIOS.
e. When the system BIOS update is complete, remove the diskette from the diskette drive, and go to 'Step 2. Installing thePlug-In Module—.

Step 2. Installing the Plug-In Module
a. Shut down the operating system and power-off the server.
b. Unplug the system power cords.
c. Disconnect all external system cables and connectors.
d. Remove the side cover.
e. Remove the internal board-support panel.
f. Locate connector J8G1 on the system board. (Refer to the following illustration.)

If there is a plug-in module already installed in connector J8G1, go to 'Step 3. Installing the Microprocessor—. If the plug-in module has not been installed, continue with step 2 g.

g. Remove the memory board.
h. Remove the secondary processor board.
i. Remove the primary processor board (if you are adding, replacing, or upgrading a microprocessor on the primary processor board).
j. Do not remove the adhesive backing from the stand-off assembly yet. Using light pressure, insert the plug-in module into connector J8G1 with the stand-off assembly towards the rear of the system.
k. While the plug-in module is temporarily installed, note the area of the system board contacted by the stand-off assembly.
l. Remove the plug-in module from connector J8G1. Use a lint-free, soft, dry cloth to clean all dust from the area where the stand-off assembly contacts the system board.
m. Remove the adhesive backing from the bottom of the stand-off assembly and reinstall the plug-in module into connector J8G1.
n. Using both thumbs, apply pressure evenly to the plug-in module for about 5 seconds.
o. Go to 'Step 3. Installing the Microprocessor—.

Step 3. Installing the Microprocessor
a. If you have not already done so, perform steps 2 a through 2 i, then return here.
b. Install the microprocessor on the processor board.
c. Reinstall the primary processor board (if removed).
d. Reinstall the secondary processor board.
e. Reinstall the memory board.
f. Reinstall the internal board-support panel.
g. If you updated the system BIOS, go to 'Step 4. Clearing CMOS—.

If you did not update your system BIOS, continue with step 3 h.

h. Reinstall the side cover.
i. Reconnect the system power cords.
j. Reconnect all external system cables and connectors.
k. Power-on the server.

The option installation is complete.

Step 4. Clearing CMOS
If you updated the system BIOS in 'Step 1. Updating the System BIOS— , you must complete the following steps to clear CMOS.

a. Locate the configuration switches on the system board.
b. Slide switch S6A1-1 to On.
c. Reinstall the side cover.
d. Connect the power cords to the system.
e. Power-on the server, then wait for POST to complete.

The POST error message 'NVRAM cleared by jumper' shows POST is complete and CMOS is cleared.

f. Power-off the server.
g. Disconnect the power cords from the system.
h. Remove the side cover.
i. Slide switch S6A1-1 to Off.
j. Reinstall the side cover.
k. Reconnect the system power cords.
l. Reconnect all external system cables and connectors.
m. Run the system configuration utility program to restore the system configuration.

The option installation is complete.

Option Diskettes
An optional device or adapter might come with a diskette. Option Diskettes usually contain diagnostic files or configuration files that the system needs to recognize and activate the option. If the optional device or adapter was shipped with an Option Diskette, you might need to install some configuration (.CFG) files or diagnostic files (.EXE or .COM). See 'System Configuration Utility Program— for instructions on installing the configuration or see 'Installing Additional Test Programs— for installing diagnostic files.

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Hardware Maintenance Information, Processors

Date Created

12-05-97

Last Updated

22-01-99

Revision Date

27-05-99

Brand

IBM PC Server

Product Family

PC Server 704

Machine Type

8650

Model

Various

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Important
	If the system BIOS is at the same level or higher than the BIOS update diskette that comes with the option (check the version number on the diskette), you do not need to update the system BIOS. If the system BIOS is at a lower level than the BIOS update diskette that comes with the option, continue with step 1c. *Do not install* a system BIOS that is at a lower level than your system BIOS.

	Search Keywords
	Hint Category	Hardware Maintenance Information, Processors
	Date Created	12-05-97
	Last Updated	22-01-99
	Revision Date	27-05-99
	Brand	IBM PC Server
	Product Family	PC Server 704
	Machine Type	8650
	Model	Various
	TypeModel
	Retain Tip (if applicable)
	Reverse Doclinks and Admin Purposes