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Hardware options installation
In this section
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................35
Processor and heatsink..................................................................................................................35
Memory ........................................................................................................................................37
Hard drives ...................................................................................................................................39
SAS controller ..............................................................................................................................45
DVD-ROM drive..........................................................................................................................46
USB tape drive .............................................................................................................................48
Full-height tape drive....................................................................................................................48
Diskette drives..............................................................................................................................50
Expansion boards..........................................................................................................................52
Introduction
If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all
the hardware options and identify similar steps to streamline the installation
process.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot
surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system components to
cool before touching them.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly
ground the server before beginning any installation procedure. Improper
grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.
Processor and heatsink
CAUTION: Be sure that you have the current version of the
system ROM. Failure to flash the ROM with the correct version before
installing or replacing the processor may cause system failure. For the
most current version of the ROM, go to the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/support
).
