Replacing the system board

Procedure
  1. Install the spare system board.
  2. Install the processor heatsink assembly:
    1. Locate and align the Pin 1 indicator on the processor frame and the socket.
    2. Align the processor heatsink assembly with the heatsink alignment posts and gently lower it down until it sits evenly on the socket.
      The heatsink alignment posts are keyed. The processor will only install one way.

      A standard heatsink is shown, your heatsink might look different.

      CAUTION: Be sure to tighten each heatsink nut fully in the order indicated. Otherwise, boot failure or intermittent shutdowns might occur.
    3. Using a T-30 Torx screwdriver, tighten the nuts until they stop.
  3. Install all components removed from the failed system board.
  4. Install the air baffle.
  5. Install the top cover.
  6. Install the server blade in the chassis.
  7. Power up the server blade.
  8. Ensure all firmware and embedded devices, is updated to the same versions for ensuring that the latest drivers are being used.
  9. Re-enter the server serial number and the product ID (Re-entering the server serial number and product ID).
  10. Optional- Check the switch locations for the NEBS switch on the system board. To enable NEBS, set the System maintenance switch 10 to ON.

    For more information, see HPE Edgeline EL8000/EL8000t Server Carrier Grade Conversion on the HPE website.