Add a Second Processor to a Server
Servers usually have motherboards that support two or more CPUs. The CPUs process most of the information on the websites or files that they are hosting. Adding another CPU to your system will make download times for web pages and other files on your website or file host much faster. The installation process is very simple, but requires a good amount of work.
Instructions
1. Put on an antistatic bracelet and move the server to a place without carpeted flooring. Disconnect the power supply from its power source. Take your screwdriver and unfasten all the screws needed to open the case.
2. Remove the screws from the motherboard. Disconnect all the cables that are connected to the motherboard.
3. Grab the motherboard by the sides and lift it out of the case. Be very gentle.
4. Take the protective plate off of the empty socket and release the CPU lever to free the metal cover plate. Pick up the CPU by the edges and, very carefully, drop it into the socket. Put the metal plate on top of the CPU and pull down the CPU lever to secure it.
5. Apply a rice-sized drop of thermal grease onto the thermal surface of the CPU. Install the CPU cooler. If the CPU cooler already has thermal grease on its thermal surface, you do not have to apply any thermal grease to the CPU.
6. Replace the motherboard into the case and fasten it to the supports. Reconnect all the necessary cables and close the case. Turn on your computer.
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