Hardware options installation
Introduction
If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions fo
and identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.
r all the hardware options
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot su
internal system components to cool before touching them.
rfaces, allow the drives and the
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly gr
beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause el
ound the server before
ectrostatic discharge.
Processor option
essor installed in processor socket
essor 2 and provides a
e proper power to each processor.
The HP ProLiant ML150 Generation 6 Server supports single- and dual-processor operation. With two
processors installed, the server supports boot functions through the proc
1. However, if processor 1 fails, the system automatically boots from proc
processor failure message.
The server uses embedded PPMs as DC-to-DC converters to provide th
CAUTION: To prevent possible server malfunction, do not mix proce
cache sizes. Refer to the label on the processor heatsink for a desc
ssors of different speeds or
ription of the processor.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor and system board, only
should attempt to replace or install the processor in this server.
authorized personnel
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor:
• Handle the processor only by the edges.
• Do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the contact area.
IMPORTANT: Processor socket 1 must be populated at all times or the server does not function.
To install the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 6).
2. Do one of the following:
o Unlock and remove the bezel ("Remove the tower bezel" on page 6).
o Extend the server from the rack.
3. Remove the access panel (on page 6).
4. Open the processor retaining latch and the processor socket retaining bracket.
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