HP D7171A - NetServer - LPr Installation Manual

Processor upgrade installation guide
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HP NetServer LH 3/LH 3r
Processor Upgrade

Installation Guide

HP Part Number 5967-2106
Printed in June 1998

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    HP NetServer LH 3/LH 3r Processor Upgrade Installation Guide HP Part Number 5967-2106 Printed in June 1998...
  • Page 2: Audience Assumptions

    Hewlett-Packard assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by Hewlett-Packard.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Processor Module Installation..............1 About This Upgrade Accessory...............1 Installation Overview..................1 Accessory Kit Contents ..................2 Tools You Need .....................2 Preparing for the Processor Upgrade..............3 Removing the HP NetServer LH 3 Covers ..........4 Removing the Bezel................4 Removing the Cover Panels ..............5 Removing the HP NetServer LH 3r System Board ........6 Removing the Bezel................6 Extending the HP NetServer LH 3r from the Rack........7...
  • Page 5: Processor Module Installation

    1 Processor Module Installation About This Upgrade Accessory This accessory kit is provided as an upgrade to both the HP NetServer LH 3 (the floor-standing pedestal configuration) and LH 3r (the rack-optimized configuration). This upgrade accessory may be used to replace an existing processor module with a higher-speed processor, or to add a second processor module to a single-processor system.
  • Page 6: Accessory Kit Contents

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Accessory Kit Contents This accessory kit contains the following items: Pentium II processor module Voltage regulator module (VRM) HP NetServer LH 3/LH 3r Navigator CD Processor cooling fan (provided with certain processor modules only) Tools You Need CAUTION Components of this accessory kit are sensitive to static electricity and can be easily damaged by improper handling.
  • Page 7: Preparing For The Processor Upgrade

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation To install this accessory you need the following tools, plus the key for the front lock, if the HP NetServer is locked: A portable field service grounding kit (3M part number 8505 or equivalent) containing a wrist strap, anti-static mat, and cable. Use this kit to prevent damage to the system from static electricity.
  • Page 8: Removing The Hp Netserver Lh 3 Covers

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the HP NetServer LH 3 Covers The bezel and cover 3 must be removed to access the system board. Removing the Bezel The bezel shown in Figure 1-1 is attached to the front of the NetServer chassis with two snap-in connectors at the top front of the chassis and three tabs that fit into three slots on the bottom front of the chassis.
  • Page 9: Removing The Cover Panels

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the Cover Panels The NetServer has three removable cover panels (see Figure 1-2): Cover 1 covers the side where the I/O board is located. Cover 2 covers the area above the processor. Cover 3 covers the side where the processor is located. You will remove cover 3 to access the system board and upgrade the NetServer processor module.
  • Page 10: Removing The Hp Netserver Lh 3R System Board

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the HP NetServer LH 3r System Board The bezel and cover panels must be removed to access the system board. Removing the Bezel The bezel shown in Figure 1-3 has three clips that mount onto a hinge assembly, which is secured to the NetServer chassis.
  • Page 11: Extending The Hp Netserver Lh 3R From The Rack

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Extending the HP NetServer LH 3r from the Rack Extend the NetServer chassis from the rack to access the cover panels and system board. WARNING Do not unscrew the NetServer until you have extended the anti-tip foot from under the front of the rack.
  • Page 12: Removing Cover Panels

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Figure 1-5. Screw and Cover Locations Removing Cover Panels The NetServer has three removable cover panels (see Figure 1-6): Cover 1 covers the side where the I/O board is located. Cover 2 covers the area above the processor. Cover 3 covers the side where the processor is located.
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Figure 1-6. HP NetServer LH 3r Covers 1. Remove cover 2 by unscrewing the thumbscrew, pulling the cover forward, and then slightly lifting it to disengage it. 2. Hold the cover and pull it away from the chassis.
  • Page 14: Removing The Hp Netserver Lh 3R System Board

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the HP NetServer LH 3r System Board Remove the system board from the NetServer chassis to upgrade the processor modules. The system board is secured to the chassis by two retaining latches (see Figure 1-7). System Board Retaining Latches Figure 1-7.
  • Page 15: Installing The Processor Modules

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Place crosspiece off edge of work surface Figure 1-8. Placing the System Board on the Work Surface Proceed to the next section "Installing the Processor Modules." Installing the Processor Modules Familiarize yourself with the components on the system board (see Figure 1-9). Note the location of the processor slots, Voltage Regulator Module slots, and processor speed switches.
  • Page 16: Removing The Terminator Board

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the Terminator Board If your system has one processor, a terminator board is installed in the upper slot. You must remove the terminator board before installing a processor module into this slot. (See Figure 1-10). 1.
  • Page 17: Removing The Processor Module

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Removing the Processor Module If you are upgrading an existing processor module, you must first remove the module from the slot. To remove a processor module: 1. Press in on each processor module release latch until it remains in (see Figure 1-11).
  • Page 18 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Processor Ejector Level Processor Mounting Bracket Processor Module Release Latch Figure 1-11. Removing the Processor Module...
  • Page 19: Installing A New Processor Module

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Installing a New Processor Module To install a processor module: 1. Orient the new processor module as shown in Figure 1-12. 2. Slide the new processor module into the processor mounting bracket and press it firmly into the socket. The processor module is seated when the edge of the module is ¼-inch below the top of the processor mounting bracket.
  • Page 20 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Figure 1-12. Installing a New Processor Module...
  • Page 21: Installing A New Voltage Regulator Module

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Installing a New Voltage Regulator Module One voltage regulator module (VRM) must be installed for each processor module installed. If only one processor module is installed, a VRM must be installed in the primary (lower) VRM socket. To install a new VRM: 1.
  • Page 22 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Release Latches Main VRM Board (shown in open position) VRM Socket Do not push here Figure 1-13. Installing a New VRM...
  • Page 23: Setting The Processor Speed Switches

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Setting the Processor Speed Switches After installing processors, verify that the processor speed switches are set correctly. If the switches are not set correctly, set them accordingly. NOTE If two processors are installed in the NetServer, both must be the same speed.
  • Page 24: Completing The Installation

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Completing the Installation Complete the processor module installation by installing the system board, covers, and bezel. CAUTION Never operate this NetServer without first installing all covers and the front bezel. Operating the system without all covers in place reduces critical cooling airflow over some components, such as hard disk drives and processor modules.
  • Page 25: Completing The Hp Netserver Lh 3R Installation

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Completing the HP NetServer LH 3r Installation To complete the installation: 1. Insert the system board into the plastic guides in the chassis. Hold the retaining latches vertically while inserting the board until it touches its socket on the backplane.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation 4. See Figure 1-15. Slide the server into the rack and attach the bezel hinge to the two (previously installed) rack nuts on the left column (refer to Figure 1-7) by means of two screws. Secure the latch plate on the right side of the server to the two previously installed rack nuts on the right column.
  • Page 27 Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation 5. Snap the bezel in place so it swings open to access the HP NetServer LH 3r internal mass storage cage. See Figure 1-16. Bezel Figure 1-16. Installing the Front Bezel 6. Confirm that all cables are attached firmly. 7.
  • Page 28: Updating The Bios

    Chapter 1 Processor Module Installation Updating the BIOS After upgrading the processor module(s) or adding a processor module to a NetServer, the BIOS may require updating. The first act you must perform after installing the new processor module(s) is to boot the HP NetServer Navigator CD-ROM that was shipped with the new processor module that you installed in this NetServer.
  • Page 29: Warranty And Support

    2 Warranty and Support The hardware warranty below applies to components purchased as accessories. If your component was factory installed as part of an HP NetServer model, refer to the warranty statement provided with your system documentation. Hardware Warranty This HP NetServer accessory is covered by a limited hardware warranty for a period of one year from receipt by the original end-user purchaser.
  • Page 31: A Regulatory Information

    A Regulatory Information For regulatory information pertaining to this HP accessory, please refer to the regulatory section of the user guide for the NetServer in which this accessory is installed.
  • Page 33: Index

    Index accessory kit, Contents, 2 LH 3 anti-tip foot, rack, 7 bezel, 4 completing installation, 20 covers, 5 bezel LH 3r LH 3, 4 bezel, 6, 22 LH 3r, 6, 22 completing installation, 21 BIOS, updating, 24 covers, 8 lockout releases, 21 system board, 10 Caution lockout releases, 21...
  • Page 34 Index Warning anti-tip foot, 7 power and cable disconnect, 3 warranty information hardware, 25...

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