IBM 72335LU - System x3850 M2 User Manual

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load among the microprocessors. This enhances performance for database andpoint-of-sale applications, integrated manufacturing solutions, and otherapplications.v The voltage regulators that come with the optional microprocessor must beinstalled on the microprocessor board.v Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determinewhether you have to update the basic input/output system (BIOS) code. Todownload the most current level of BIOS code for the server, complete thefollowing steps.Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The actual proceduremight vary slightly from what is described in this document.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 IBM System x3850 M2 or IBM System x3950 M2 to display the matrixof downloadable files for the server.v Obtain an SMP-capable operating system. For a list of supported operatingsystems, see http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/.v You can use the Configuration/Setup Utility program to determine the specifictype of microprocessor in the server.v Populate the microprocessor sockets in numeric order, starting with socket 1. Thefollowing illustration shows the locations of the microprocessor sockets and VRMconnectors on the microprocessor board.VRM 3connectorVRM 4connectorVRM 1connectorVRM 2connector1 23 4Notes:1. Microprocessor sockets 3 and 4 are mounted on the microprocessor board withthe microprocessor-release levers on opposite sides. These sockets areoriented 180° from each other on the microprocessor board. Be sure to verifythe orientation of the socket before you install the microprocessor. The followingillustration shows the orientation of the microprocessor sockets.46 IBM System x3850 M2 and System x3950 M2 Type 7141: User’s Guide