Gateway E-9220T Gateway E-9220T Server User Guide - Page 56
Replacing the processor
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Replacing the processor Replacing the processor The server is compatible with Intel® Celeron (533 MHz FSB), Pentium 4 (800 MHz FSB), and Pentium D (800 MHz FSB) processors with 256 KB (Celeron), 1 or 2 MB (Pentium 4), or 2×1 MB (Pentium D), L2 caches. The server automatically detects the processors each time you turn it on. Whenever you install new processors, you should first install the most current version of the BIOS. For more information, see "Updating the BIOS" on page 67. Warning Processors and heat sinks may be hot if the computer has been running. Also, there may be sharp edges on the heat sinks. Consider wearing protective gloves. Caution A heat sink must be installed on the processor. Installing a processor without a heat sink could damage the processor. To replace the processor: 1 Install the most current BIOS version. For more information, see "Updating the BIOS" on page 67. 2 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 29. 3 Follow the instructions in "Opening the server case" on page 30. 4 Follow the instructions in "Removing the processor air duct" on page 33. 5 Loosen the four captive heat sink screws (one on each corner). www.gateway.com 51