Upgrading The Dual Processor To Quad Processor System For The Poweredge R940 - Dell PowerEdge R940 Instruction

Upgrading the dual processor to quad processor
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Figure 1. QRL for R940 dual processor to quad processor system upgrade
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as
authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing
that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: The PEM processors and DIMMs must be installed after the PEM is installed into the chassis. Failure to do so may result in the
PEM tempan getting damaged.
• Always wear ESD protection when working inside the system.
• Torx #T30 tool required.
• Turn off the system and unplug all cables.
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NOTE: The DIMM sockets have to be installed with either DIMMs or DIMM blanks.
NOTE: It is recommended to order a heat sink along with every new processor ordered.
1 Using a screwdriver, rotate the latch release lock counter clockwise to the unlocked position on the system cover.
2 Lift the latch till the system cover slides back and the tabs on the system cover disengage from the guide slots on the system.
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Upgrading the dual processor to quad processor system for the PowerEdge R940

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