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Chapter 3: Setup and Installation
10. Replace the cover on the blade unit and finish by installing the unit back into the
blade enclosure.
Figure 3-3. Installing a G34 Processor in a Socket
3-4 Onboard Battery Installation
A battery is included on the mainboard to supply certain volatile memory components
with power when power has been removed from the blade module. If this battery dies, it
must be replaced with an equivalent CR2032 Lithium 3V battery. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. See Figure 3-4 for a diagram of
installing a new onboard battery.
WARNING: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down,
which reverses its polarities.
Figure 3-4. Installing the Onboard Battery
3-5 Memory Installation
The mainboard of each blade unit must be populated with DIMMs (Dual In-line Memory
Modules) to provide system memory. The DIMMs should all be of the same size and
speed and from the same manufacturer to avoid compatibility issues. See details
below on supported memory and our web site (www.supermicro.com/products/
superblade for recommended memory.
Gold Triangle
Socket Lever
CPU Cover Plate
Lithium Battery
Battery Holder