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4-20 Upgrading Your System8. Holding the board by its top edge or upper corners, firmly press the boardinto an expansion slot on the system board.

Upgrading Your System 4-21Removing an Option BoardNote: Expansion slot covers must be installed on allvacant slots to maintain the electromagnetic e

4-22 Upgrading Your SystemHard Disk DrivesYour system supports a variety of SCSI hard disk drives. The SCSI drives mustuse the industry standard 80-

Upgrading Your System 4-23Installing or Swapping a Hard Disk Drive in a Hot-swap BayThis procedure describes installing a new drive or swapping out

4-24 Upgrading Your SystemInstalling or Swapping a Hard Disk Drive1. Open the front door as described earlier in this chapter.2. If installing a h

Upgrading Your System 4-254. Remove the hard disk drive from the disk carrier by removing the fourscrews. See Figure "Securing the Drive in th

4-26 Upgrading Your SystemInstalling a Disk Carrier into the Bay9. Close the front door on the system. If necessary, configure the system asdescrib

Upgrading Your System 4-27Removable Media DevicesA variety of IDE and SCSI removable media devices can be installed inperipheral bays A, B, C, D, an

4-28 Upgrading Your SystemIf you are adding or removing a SCSI removable media device, consider thefollowing: The optional SCSI tape drive address a

Upgrading Your System 4-29Removing the Front System Bezel4. Remove the EMI metal shield covering the bay where you are installing amedia device as

Using This Guide ixUsing This GuideThis User’s Guide provides a quick reference to information about your system. Its goal isto familiarize you with

4-30 Upgrading Your System5. Remove the filler panel from the system bezel corresponding to the baywhere you are installing a media device as shown

Upgrading Your System 4-31Attaching the Device Side Rails9. Install the media device into the bay as follows: Move any cables in the bay out of th

4-32 Upgrading Your System10. Connect the interface and power cables to the device as follows (see Figureabove): If you are installing a 5 1/4-inch

Upgrading Your System 4-33Removing a 5.25-Inch Device1. Power off the system, unplug the system power cords, and remove theappropriate side panel d

4-34 Upgrading Your System5. Disconnect the power cable (A) and ribbon data cable (B) from the deviceyou are removing.Removing a Removable Media De

5Problem Solving Problem Solving Static Precautions Resetting the System Fault Resilient Booting Troubleshooting Checklists Additional Troubleshooting

5-2 Problem SolvingProblem SolvingThis chapter helps you identify and solve problems that may occur during systeminstallation or while using your sy

Problem Solving 5-3Troubleshooting ChecklistsThe following subsections provide troubleshooting checklists for problems that occur atinitial system s

5-4 Problem SolvingRunning New Application SoftwareProblems that occur when you run new application software are usually related to thesoftware. Fau

Problem Solving 5-5After System Has Been Running CorrectlyProblems that occur after the system hardware and software have been runningcorrectly ofte

x Using This GuideText ConventionsThis guide uses the following text conventions.Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings:!WARNINGW

5-6 Problem SolvingAdditional Troubleshooting ProceduresThis section provides a more detailed approach to diagnostic testing and identificationof a

Problem Solving 5-7Monitoring POSTEach time you turn on the system, the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs automaticallyand checks the system board, pro

5-8 Problem Solving POST Keys and ErrorsAction/Message DescriptionIf POST Beeps BeforeVideo AppearsInitialization failed before video initialized.

Problem Solving 5-9Specific Problems and Corrective ActionsThis section provides possible solutions for the following specific problems: Power LED d

5-10 Problem SolvingIncorrect or No Beep CodeCheck the following: Is the speaker enabled? Is the speaker cable connected to the system board?If the

Problem Solving 5-11Characters are Distorted or IncorrectCheck the following: Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the vide

5-12 Problem SolvingIf you are using the onboard diskette controller, use Setup or the SSU to make sure thatOnboard Floppy is set to Enabled. Conver

Problem Solving 5-13Enable F2 Prompt by Using SSU1. Insert your SSU diskette in the diskette drive.2. Reboot the system by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del w

5-14 Problem SolvingEnable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSUIf you do not have an SSU diskette or CD available, you can clear CMOS memory

Problem Solving 5-15Problems with the NetworkThe server hangs when the drivers are loaded: Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. Try the “PCI Ins

Using This Guide xiRelated DocumentsIn addition to this guide, the following system document is shipped with your server. System Release NotesReleas

5-16 Problem SolvingPCI Installation TipsSome common PCI tips are listed here. Reserve interrupts (IRQs) and/or memory addresses specifically for IS

Problem Solving 5-17BIOS MessagesMessage Descriptionnnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache inkilobytes successfully tested.

5-18 Problem SolvingBIOS Messages (Continued)Message DescriptionParity Check 1 nnnn*orParity Check 2 nnnn*A parity error was found in the system bus

Problem Solving 5-19BIOS Messages (Continued)Message DescriptionSystem timer error* The timer test failed. Requires repair of the systemboard.UMB up

5-20 Problem SolvingPOST Error Codes and MessagesWhenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, BIOS displays a message on thevideo display screen

Problem Solving 5-21Post Error Codes and messages (Continued)Code Error Message Pause on Error0406 Warning: IRQ not configured No0504 Resource Confl

5-22 Problem Solving

ASystem Cabling System Cabling Before You Begin Static Precautions Standard Configuration

A-2 System CablingSystem CablingThis appendix contains information and procedures on the standard cablingconfiguration used in your system.Before Yo

System Cabling A-3 Standard ConfigurationYour system is cabled using a dual channel on-board IDE Controller and dual on-boardAdaptec AIC-7896 SCSI C

xii Using This GuideSafety Notices! Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury, followall safety notices. The

A-4 System CablingStandard System Cable ConfigurationA. Seven SCSI disk drive baysB. SCSI Hard disk drivesC. SCSI BackplaneD. Wide SCSI Interface ca

System Cabling A-5Standard System Cable RoutingA. Ultra2/LVD SCSI cable (68 pins)B. IDE cable (40 pins)

A-6 System Cabling

B System Setup Utility System Setup Utility (SSU) Creating SSU Diskettes Running the SSU Exiting the SSU

B-2 System Setup UtilitySystem Setup Utility (SSU)The System Setup Utility (SSU) is a DOS-based utility that supports extendedsystem configuration o

System Setup Utility B-3Creating SSU DiskettesThe SSU is run from DOS-bootable diskettes. Before you can run the SSU fromdiskettes, you must copy th

B-4 System Setup UtilityRunning the SSUThe SSU consists of a collection of task oriented modules plugged into acommon framework called the Applicati

System Setup Utility B-5Customizing the SSUThe SSU lets you customize the user interface according to your preferences.The AF sets these preferences

B-6 System Setup UtilityLaunching a TaskIt is possible to have many tasks open at the same time, although some tasksmay require complete control to

System Setup Utility B-7Resource Configuration Add-in (RCA) WindowThe RCA provides three major functions: Creates representations of devices that ca

Using This Guide xiiiSafety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-lo

B-8 System Setup UtilityRCA WindowDefining an ISA CardAn ISA card usually comes with a vendor-created .CFG file that specifies theresources the card

System Setup Utility B-9Adding and Removing ISA CardsAdding and removing cards through the RCA provides a way for the RCA torun its conflict detecti

B-10 System Setup UtilityModifying ResourcesModifying the resources of a device may be necessary to accommodate certainoperating systems, applicatio

System Setup Utility B-11System Resource UsageClicking on the Resource Use button in the Configuration window displays theSystem Resource Usage wind

B-12 System Setup UtilityMultiboot Add-in (MBA) WindowThe MBA lets you set the system boot priority. The boot priority is the order theBIOS uses to

System Setup Utility B-13Password Administration (PWA) WindowThe PWA configures administrator and user passwords and other securityoptions.1. From

B-14 System Setup Utility3. Select the Options button to enable or disable security options. For anexplanation of the configurable security options

System Setup Utility B-15System Event Log (SEL) WindowClicking on the SEL Manager brings up the Server Event Log (SEL) viewer.You can load and view

B-16 System Setup UtilityField Replaceable Unit (FRU) WindowClicking on the FRU Manager task brings up the Field Replaceable Unit (FRU)viewer. You c

System Setup Utility B-17Sensor Data Record (SDR) WindowClicking on the SDR Manager task brings up the Sensor Data Record (SDR)viewer. You can load

xiv Using This GuideCare and HandlingUse the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system.Protect the system from extremely low

B-18 System Setup UtilityExiting the SSUExiting the SSU causes all windows to close.1. Exit the SSU by opening the menu bar item File in the SSU Ma

CEmergency Management Port Emergency Management Port How the EMP Works EMP Requirements and Configurations Setting Up the Server for the EMP Main EMP

C-2 Emergency Management PortEmergency Management PortThe Emergency Management Port (EMP) allows remote server management via amodem or direct conne

Emergency Management Port C-3How the EMP WorksThe EMP shares use of the COM 2 port with your system. When the EMP has controlof the port, the port o

C-4 Emergency Management PortEMP Console in Redirect StateThe above figure shows the EMP Console window in redirect state with the terminalwindow. T

Emergency Management Port C-5EMP Console Access Modes (Server not Configured for Console Redirection)Mode Server is powered off During BIOS POST Aft

C-6 Emergency Management PortSetting Up the Server for the EMPTo use the EMP, you must configure the server's BIOS with specific settings. Thes

Emergency Management Port C-7Console Redirection SubmenuThese settings in the Console Redirection Submenu of the Server menu must be setexactly as n

C-8 Emergency Management PortStatus BarThe status bar displays at the bottom of the current window. It contains the followingstatus information: SER

Emergency Management Port C-9Server Control OperationsThree server control operations are available from the menu or toolbar of the main EMPConsole

1System Overview Overview System Chassis Power Supply Peripheral Bays SAF-TE (SCSI Accessed Fault Tolerant Enclosure)Board System Board Features Emerg

C-10 Emergency Management Port Serial Line - must be filled out when the line selection is set to Direct connect(Serial Line). Baud Rate - must be

Emergency Management Port C-11ResetSelecting Reset from the Action menu generates the Reset dialog so that you canremotely reset the server with pos

C-12 Emergency Management PortPhonebookThe EMP Console provides a support plug-in known as the Phonebook. The Phonebookstores names and numbers of s

Emergency Management Port C-13Management Plug-insSEL ViewerThe SEL viewer provides access to the System Event Log on the server and can displayrecor

C-14 Emergency Management PortSEL Viewer Menu OptionsThe following menu options are found on the SEL viewer menu bar: File Open - you can view SEL

Emergency Management Port C-15 Help Help Topics - help topics for EMP Console. Help About - provides version information.Sensor Type CodesThe Sens

C-16 Emergency Management PortSensor Type Codes (continued)Sensor Type and Number inVerbose Sensor Name Generator IDVoltage # 06 5V Standby BMCVolta

Emergency Management Port C-17System Event Logging Format TableSensor Type andNumber in verboseSensor Type andNumber in hexEvent Descriptionin hexEv

C-18 Emergency Management PortSDR Viewer Menu OptionsThe following menu options are found on the SDR viewer menu bar: File Close - closes the SDR v

Emergency Management Port C-19FRU Viewer Menu OptionsThe following menu options are found on the FRU viewer menu bar: File Close - closes the FRU v

1-2 System OverviewOverviewThis server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel Pentium® II andPentium® III chip sets. The combinati

C-20 Emergency Management Port

DPlatform Event Paging

D-2 Platform Event PagingPlatform Event PagingWith Platform Event Paging (PEP), your server can be configured to automatically dialup a paging servi

Glossary 1GlossaryA AC(Alternating Current) The type of current available in wall outlets. All computers mustconvert alternating current to direct c

2 Glossary BMC(Baseboard Management Controller) Contains all of the server management functions. Onemajor function of the BMC is to monitor system ma

Glossary 3 CPU(Central Processing Unit) See microprocessor. CRT(Cathode-Ray Tube) The type of video display used in monitors for desktop computers.D

4 Glossary EMPThe Emergency Management Port (EMP) provides an interface to the Console Manager.This interface allows remote server management via a m

Glossary 5H hard disk driveSee disk drive. hardwareThe physical parts of your computer, including the keyboard, monitor, disk drives, cables,and cir

6 GlossaryL LAN(Local Area Network) A group of computers linked together within a limited area toexchange information. LCD(Liquid Crystal Display) Th

Glossary 7N NVRAM(Nonvolatile RAM) A type of RAM that retains its contents even after the computer ispowered off. This memory stores EISA configurat

System Overview 1-3As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additionalprocessor, additional memory, add-in boards an

8 Glossary POSTPower-On-Self-Test.R RAM(Random-Access Memory) A temporary storage area for data and programs. This type ofmemory must be periodically

Glossary 9 Setup programThe program that you use to change the configuration of some ISA desktop and notebookcomputers. This program also contains i

10 Glossary

Equipment Log 1Equipment LogUse this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. Youwill need some of this information to

2 Equipment LogComponent Manufacturer Name & ModelSerial Number(if available) Date InstalledServerSystem BoardProcessor 1Processor 2DIMM Slot 1DI

Index-1AACPI, 1-13Add-in boardsISA, B-2PCI, B-2Administrative password, 1-16limiting access to SCU, 1-18Advanced Menu, configuring in Setup, 3-8BBatte

Index-2JJumpers, 3-24KKeyboardcompatibility, 1-13lockout timer, seting in SCU, 1-13LLAN status indicators, 2-9Line voltagesetting, 2-11Lithium backup

Index-3locking reset and power on/off switches,Setup, 1-18password, 1-18secure mode, 1-18secure mode, setting in SCU, 1-17software lock, SCU, 1-16unat

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1-4 System Overview Integrated dual Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports. One standard power supply module with a slot available for an additional redun

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System Overview 1-5System ChassisThe system chassis is an easy-to-expand, fabricated metal structure. The major systemcomponents are shown in the fo

1-6 System OverviewSystem Chassis (Right Side View)A. CD-ROM driveB. Removable media bayC. 1.44 MB 3.5"diskette driveD. SAF-TE boardE. SCSI dis

System Overview 1-7Power SupplyThe ATX300 watt power supply is switch-selectable for 115 or 230 Vac at an operatingfrequency of 50/60 Hz. It is desi

1-8 System OverviewABCD EGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZAABBCCDDEEFFGGHHI IJJ FSystem BoardA. Fansink connector 2 S. Server monitor module (SMM) connectorB. Se

System Overview 1-9ProcessorsDepending on system configuration, each system may include one or two processors.Each processor is packaged in either a

1-10 System OverviewI/O Expansion SlotsThe server's expansion capabilities meet the needs of file and application servers forhigh performance I

System Overview 1-11Real-Time Clock/CalendarThe Y2K compliant real-time clock provides system clock/calendar information storedin a non-volatile mem

1-12 System Overview Autodetect and autoswitching for 10 or 100 Mbps network speeds Support for both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps networks, capable of full

System Overview 1-13Peripheral ControllerThe advanced integrated peripheral controller supports two serial ports, one parallelport, diskette drive,

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1-14 System OverviewSystem Board Management Controller (BMC)All server management functionality is concentrated in the System Board ManagementContro

System Overview 1-15Emergency Management Port ConsoleThe Emergency Management Port (EMP) Console provides an interface to theEmergency Management Po

1-16 System OverviewSystem SecurityTo help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes a fulllockable front panel and Serve

System Overview 1-17Using PasswordsYou can set either the user password, the administrator password, or both passwords.Note: Administrator can not d

1-18 System OverviewSummary of Software Security FeaturesTable 1-1 below lists the software security features and describes what protection eachoffe

System Overview 1-19Table 1-1. Software Security Features (continued)Feature DescriptionControl access to thesystem other than SSU:set user password

1-20 System Overview

2Setting Up the System Overview Selecting a Site Unpacking the System Getting Familiar with the System Making Connections Setting the Line Voltage Con

2-2 Setting Up the SystemOverviewThis chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cableconnections, and power on the tower-based

Setting Up the System 2-3Unpacking the System!WARNINGYour system weighs approximately 65 pounds (29.25 kg). Ifyour system contains numerous optional

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2-4 Setting Up the SystemFront View with Front Door ClosedThis figure shows the location of the front system features.Front FeaturesA. System indica

Setting Up the System 2-5Front View with Front Door OpenedRefer to the following figure and open the front door of the cabinet as follows:1. If doo

2-6 Setting Up the SystemThis figure shows the location of the front system controls and indicators.Front System Features and ControlsA. Activity li

Setting Up the System 2-7Rear ViewThis figure shows the location of the following rear system features andcontrols.Rear Features and ControlsA. Keyb

2-8 Setting Up the SystemStatus Indicator LED DescriptionsThe following tables list the System Status Indicator LEDs, the Disk DriveStatus Indicator

Setting Up the System 2-9Disk Drive Status Indicator LEDsLED Status Description ResponseDisk Drive Activity Off Not accessing disk drive None requir

2-10 Setting Up the SystemMaking ConnectionsIf your system normally operates without a video display or keyboard (forexample, as a network server),

Setting Up the System 2-11Setting the Line VoltageThe system contains an ATX300 watt power supply that is switch-selectable for115 or 230 VAC at an

2-12 Setting Up the SystemSetting the Line VoltageA. Voltage selector switch set to 115 VACB. Voltage selector switch set to 230 VAC

Setting Up the System 2-13Connecting the Power Cord(s)Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the input receptacle on the rearof the power sup

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2-14 Setting Up the SystemAfter a few seconds your system begins the internal Power-On Self Tests(POST). POST automatically checks the system board,

3Configuring Your System Configuring Your System Hot Keys BIOS Setup Utility Adaptec SCSI Utility Installing Video Drivers Configuring System Board Ju

3-2 Configuring Your SystemConfiguring Your SystemConfiguration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration.You can configure y

Configuring Your System 3-3 BIOS Setup UtilityThe BIOS Setup Utility is used to change system configuration parameters. Thisutility has some unique

3-4 Configuring Your SystemKey Function in Setup MenuF1 or Alt-H Get Help about an item.ESC Exit the current menu and return to the previous menu.Le

Configuring Your System 3-5Main MenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingSystem Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system time.System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets th

3-6 Configuring Your SystemPrimary/Secondary IDE Master and Slave SubmenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingType AutoNoneCD-ROMUserATAPI Remova

Configuring Your System 3-7Keyboard SubmenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingNumLock OnOffSelects power-on state forNum Lock.Key Click Disable

3-8 Configuring Your SystemAdvanced MenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingInstalled O/S: OtherPlug-n-PlaySelect Other unless installingWindows

Configuring Your System 3-9PCI Configuration SubmenusQualified technical personnel should only change this submenu.!CAUTIONLeave PCI Configuration S

iv ContentsFront View with Front Door Opened ... 2-5Rear View...

3-10 Configuring Your SystemIntegrated Peripheral Configuration SubmenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingCOM 1:(Serial Port A)DisabledEnabledA

Configuring Your System 3-11Advanced Chipset ControlFeature Choices Description Your Setting640 – 768K DisabledEnabledIf enabled, ISA Master andDMA

3-12 Configuring Your SystemSecurity MenuNote: Enabling the Supervisor Password field requiresa password for entering Setup. The passwords are not c

Configuring Your System 3-13Security menu (Continued)Feature Choices Description Your SettingSecure Mode HotKey(Ctrl-Alt- )[ ][A, B, ..., Z]Key assi

3-14 Configuring Your System Server MenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingSystemManagementPress ENTER Refer to “SystemManagement Submenu.”Cons

Configuring Your System 3-15System Management SubmenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingSeverManagement InfoPress ENTER Refer to “SystemManagem

3-16 Configuring Your SystemServer Management Information SubmenuThe user can modify no items on this menu. If items require changes, consultyour sy

Configuring Your System 3-17PEP Management SubmenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingPEF Filter Events Press ENTER Refer to "PEF Filter Ev

3-18 Configuring Your SystemBoot MenuFeature Choices Description Your SettingBIOS Boot SpecSupportEnabledLimitedEnable this option if the bootorder

Configuring Your System 3-19Boot Device Priority SubmenuUse the up or down arrow keys to select a device, then press the <+> or <->keys

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3-20 Configuring Your SystemExit MenuYou can make the following selections on the Exit Menu. Select an option usingthe up or down arrow keys, then p

Configuring Your System 3-21Adaptec SCSI UtilityThe Adaptec SCSI Utility detects the SCSI host adapters on the server board.Use the Adaptec SCSI Uti

3-22 Configuring Your SystemAdaptec SCSI Utility Configuration SettingsThe following keys are active for all Adaptec SCSI Utility screens:Key Action

Configuring Your System 3-23Adaptec SCSI Utility Setup Configurations (Continued)OPTIONRECOMMENDED SETTINGOR DISPLAY ONLYYOURCONFIGURATION Displa

3-24 Configuring Your SystemConfiguring System Board JumpersBefore You BeginOnly a qualified technical person should perform the procedures in this

Configuring Your System 3-25System Board Jumper SummaryJumper Block Function Pins (default in bold) What it does at system resetJ5A2 Wake On LANENAB

3-26 Configuring Your System Moving System Board Jumpers!CAUTIONBefore doing the procedures in this section, make sure thatyour system is powered of

Configuring Your System 3-27Resetting the CMOS NVRAMUse the clear CMOS memory procedures, which includes the reset CMOSNVRAM process, under "En

3-28 Configuring Your SystemFault Resilient Booting (FRB) Timer Enable JumperFault resilient booting insures the system will not stop from a boot pr

Configuring Your System 3-29Chassis Intrusion Detection JumperThe chassis contains an alarm switch that sends a notification signal to theserver man

vi ContentsEnable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSU... 5-14Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected ...

3-30 Configuring Your System

4Upgrading Your System General Information Static Precautions Preparing Your System for Upgrade Equipment Log Opening the Front Door Removing a Side P

4-2 Upgrading Your SystemGeneral Information!WARNINGThe DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel doesnot turn off the system AC power. Also,

Upgrading Your System 4-3Preparing Your System for UpgradeDepending on the upgrade, you will need one or more of the following tools: Phillips screw

4-4 Upgrading Your SystemRemoving a Side PanelTo install options in your system, you must remove the side panel on the leftside of the system (as vi

Upgrading Your System 4-5 Removing a System Side PanelInstalling a Side Panel1. Before replacing the side panel, make sure no tools or loose parts

4-6 Upgrading Your SystemModifying the System BoardThe following sections provide procedures for upgrading and configuring thesystem board in your s

Upgrading Your System 4-7Replacing the Real-Time Clock Battery1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier inthis ch

4-8 Upgrading Your SystemReplacing a ProcessorThis subsection provides the procedure for upgrading and configuring theProcessors in your system. The

Upgrading Your System 4-9Replacing the SECC Version!WARNINGIf the system has been running, any processor and heat sinkalready installed on the board

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4-10 Upgrading Your System8. Place the thermal pad on top of the processor so that the holes in the thermalpad line up with the holes in the proces

Upgrading Your System 4-11Replacing the SECC2 Version!WARNINGIf the system has been running, any processor and heat sinkalready installed on the boa

4-12 Upgrading Your System8. Remove the new processor from its antistatic package and place it on agrounded, static-free surface or conductive foam

Upgrading Your System 4-13DIMMsThe system board contains four DIMM sockets labeled 1 through 4. Each socketcan hold a single 72-bit DIMM module with

4-14 Upgrading Your SystemMemory DIMM ConfigurationsThis table lists the distribution of DIMMs for specific memory configurations.Capacity per DIMM

Upgrading Your System 4-15Installing DIMMs1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier inthis chapter.!CAUTIONObserv

4-16 Upgrading Your SystemRemoving DIMMs!CAUTIONUse extreme care when removing a DIMM. Too muchpressure can damage the socket slot. Apply only eno

Upgrading Your System 4-17Option BoardsThis section describes how to install and remove ISA and PCI option boards.The system board has one ISA bus e

4-18 Upgrading Your SystemInstalling an Option Board1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier inthis chapter.2.

Upgrading Your System 4-193. Remove and save the expansion slot cover by sliding it straight back and outof the slot.Removing the Expansion Slot Co