Microprocessor, Installation guidelines, Upgrading the microprocessor(s) – Dell PRECISION 530 User Manual
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Microprocessor
• Upgrading the microprocessor(s)
Installation Guidelines
•
must be installed for each
installed. To locate
the VRM and microprocessor sockets, see "
" or the interior service label.
•
For single-processor operations, the processor must be installed in
socket 0 and the VRM must be installed in connector 0. Processor
socket 1 and VRM connector 1 must be empty. To locate these
components, see "
" or the interior service
label.
•
For dual-processor operations, both processor sockets and both VRM
connectors must be populated.
•
For dual-processor operations, the two processors and the two VRMs
must be identical. If the processors do not match, you receive a
, the
indicate an error, and the computer may
not startup. If the VRMs do not match, the
will
indicate an error.
•
If installing a Dell processor upgrade kit for either single or dual
processors, remove and discard the original VRM(s). Then install the
VRM(s) from the upgrade kit. If you are not installing a processor
upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original VRM(s).
•
If you are upgrading your microprocessor, keep your original
microprocessor heat sink and securing clips for future trouble-
shooting.
Upgrading the Microprocessor(s)
NOTE:
Dell recommends that only a technically knowledgeable person
perform this procedure.
CAUTION:
The processor can get very hot during normal
operation. Be sure that the processor has had sufficient time to
cool before you touch it.