Lab 1: Installing a CPU
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Introduction:

It is helpful for an IT professional to have experience in all areas. This includes everything from the logical management of the server environment to the physical.

Materials

  • Motherboard 
  • Motherboard manual
  • CPU
  • Heat sink and fan
  • Internet

Time Requirement:

45 minutes

Instructions:

Install a Pentium 4E processor.

  • Step 1: Insert CPU
  • Step 2: Attach heat sink and fan.
  • Step 3: Configure motherboard, according to specification.
  • Step 4: After installing a CPU, you will need to do the following:
    • Document the installation in a dedicated logbook. 
    • Confirm the upgrade has been recognized by the system.
    • Test and pilot new hardware.
    • Create new baseline reports.

Go to www.intel.com to find the following information:

Interface

Clock Speed

Clock Multiplier

Bus speed

There are a few ground rules to observe before upgrading, or installing hardware. These rules should be followed in all instances:

  1. Always consult manufacturer documentation to verify compatibility with existing hardware and software. Consult documentation to determine if any OS updates, patches or service packs will be required.
  2. Make sure that any necessary drivers are available.
  3. Create a static-proof environment, including the use of wrist-straps and anti-static mats.
  4. Keep an updated emergency repair disk (ERD) nearby.
  5. Use an anti-static mat and anti-static wrist guard to static-proof the environment.
  6. For non-hot-swappable components, turn off the server. Never attempt to hot-swap a non-hot-swappable component.
  7. If applicable, install the latest version of BIOS to the server being upgraded. This includes each BIOS in a multi-BIOS configuration.
  8. Always perform a full system backup before swapping components.
  9. Upgrades that will require network downtime should be done outside normal business hours. If this cannot be avoided, schedule downtime in advance of the actual date.
  10. All upgrades and system modifications should be documented in a dedicated logbook. 
  11. Confirm the upgrade has been recognized by the system.
  12. Test and pilot new hardware, and create new baseline reports.

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