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Upgrading the System
This chapter describes upgrading memory and processors, as well as installing expansion
cards, internal SCSI drives, and external SCSI drives.
Before You Begin ....................................................................................................................32
Adding Memory .......................................................................................................................32
Adding a Processor ..................................................................................................................34
Single-to-Dual Upgrade .............................................................................................34
Adding Expansion Cards..........................................................................................................35
Slot Locations ............................................................................................................35
Upgrading Graphics Cards.........................................................................................36
Installing Expansion Cards ........................................................................................38
Expansion Cards with PCI-to-PCI Bridges ................................................................38
Assigning System Resources......................................................................................39
Adding Internal SCSI Drives....................................................................................................39
Device Locations .......................................................................................................40
Installing Devices in the Drive Bays ..........................................................................41
Adding External SCSI Drives ..................................................................................................45
SCSI Cable Length Guidelines ..................................................................................46
SCSI Cable Quality Guidelines..................................................................................46
SCSI ID Guidelines....................................................................................................46
SCSI Termination Guidelines for External Devices...................................................47
Connecting the Device ...............................................................................................47
Changing SCSI Host Adapter or Device Settings ......................................................47
