Installing Hardware Options
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HP ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 Server Setup and Installation Guide
HP CONFIDENTIAL
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Processors
ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers support up to two Intel Xeon processors.
The Intel Xeon processor and Intel Xeon processor MP, introduce a new technology
called Hyper-Threading which allows the processor to execute multiple threads
simultaneously. Hyper-Threading technology makes a single processor look like two
logical processors to operating systems that recognize Hyper-Threading technology.
Although no software changes are needed to take advantage of Hyper-Threading, this
feature can be disabled in the server’s RBSU.
For more information on Hyper-Threading, visit the Intel website. This site also
provides information on Microsoft® OS licensing:
http://developer.intel.com/technology/hyperthread/
Also, refer to the following website for HP Hyper-Threading technology information:
www.compaq.com/products/servers/technology/hyper-threading.html
CAUTION:
To be sure that the system ROM recognizes the new processor you are
installing, update the ROM if necessary. For the most recent ROMpaq, refer to the HP
website:
www.hp.com/servers/proliant/manage
Failure to flash your ROM before installing processors can cause system failure.
CAUTION:
Processor socket 1 and PPM slot 1 must always be populated. Failure to
populate processor socket 1 and PPM slot 1 prevents the system from operating.
IMPORTANT:
Install a PPM for each processor in the system. When installing a new
processor, you must also install a new PPM.
IMPORTANT:
If processors of differing speeds are installed, each processor matches the
rated speed of the slower processor.
IMPORTANT:
ProLiant ML530 Generation 2 servers ship with gold-colored
processor/heatsink assemblies. To be sure that you install a processor compatible with your
server, only install processors with gold-colored heatsinks.