Microprocessor
13. If you do not intend to install a microprocessor in the socket, install the socket
dust cover that you removed in step 2 on page 224 on the socket.
Attention: The pins on the socket are fragile. Any damage to the pins may
require replacing the system board.
14. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor, follow all packaging
instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to
you.
Installing a microprocessor and heat sink
For information about the type of microprocessor that the server supports and other
information that you must consider when you install a microprocessor, see the
Installation and User’s Guide on the IBM Documentation CD.
Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine whether
you must update the IBM System x Server Firmware.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code
updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code
is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.
To download the most current level of server firmware, complete the following steps:
1. Go to http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/.
2. Under Product support, click System x.
3. Under Popular links, click Software and device drivers.
4. Click System x3630 M3 to display the matrix of downloadable files for the
server.
Important:
v Microprocessors are to be installed only by trained service technicians.
v Always use the microprocessor installation tool to install a microprocessor. Failing
to use the microprocessor installation tool may damage the microprocessor
sockets on the system board. Any damage to the microprocessor sockets may
require replacing the system board.
v A startup (boot) microprocessor must always be installed in microprocessor
connector 1 on the system board.
v To ensure correct server operation, make sure that you use microprocessors that
are compatible and you have installed an additional DIMM for microprocessor 2.
Compatible microprocessors must have the same QuickPath Interconnect (QPI)
link speed, integrated memory controller frequency, core frequency, power
segment, cache size, and type.
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