HP ProLiant DL388, User Manual

Page: 39 / 127

Hardware options installation 39
Hardware options installation
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.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor and system board, only authorized personnel
should attempt to replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION: To help avoid damage to the processor and system board, do not install the
processor without using the processor installation tool.
CAUTION: To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor
configurations must contain processors with the same part number.
IMPORTANT: If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before
installing the processor.
To install the component:
1.
Power down the server (on page 24 ).
2.
Extend the server from the rack (on page 24 ).
3.
Remove the access panel (on page 25 ).
4.
If any full-length expansion boards are installed, complete the following steps:
a.
Remove the full-length expansion board retainer (on page 28 ).
b.
Remove the PCI riser cage (on page 29 ).
5.
Remove the air baffle (on page 31 ).