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3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover and bezel” on page 8) and
determine which PCI-X expansion slot you will use for the adapter.
Tab
Adapter
retention
latch
Attention
LED
(yellow)
Power
LED
(green)
Adapter guide PCI-X
divider
4. See the documentation that comes with your adapter for instructions for setting
jumpers or switches and for cabling.
Note: Route adapter cables before you install the adapter.
5. Install the adapter as shown in the illustration.
Attention: When you install an adapter, avoid touching the components and
gold-edge connectors on the adapter. Make sure that the adapter is correctly
seated in the connector. Incorrectly seated adapters might cause damage to the
I/O board or to the adapter.
6. Connect any required cables to the adapter.
7. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to
“Completing the installation” on page 26.
Installing a microprocessor
The following notes describe information that you must consider when installing a
microprocessor in the server:
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The server comes with a minimum of one microprocessor installed on the
microprocessor board in the microprocessor tray and supports up to four
microprocessors. With more than one microprocessor, the server can operate as
a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) server. With SMP, certain operating systems
and application programs can distribute the processing load among the
microprocessors. This enhances performance for database and point-of-sale
applications, integrated manufacturing solutions, and other applications. The
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