Use these guidelines to ensure that the compute node meets
the cooling and system reliability requirements:
- The Flex System chassis
is not operated without a compute node or node bay filler in each
node bay. See "Flex System Enterprise Chassis Types 8721, 8724,
and 8725: Installation and Service Guide" for additional information.
- Each microprocessor socket always contains a socket cover and
heat-sink filler or a microprocessor and heat sink. If the upper or
lower compute node has only one microprocessor, it must be installed
in microprocessor socket 1.
- The air baffles are installed over the DIMM connectors.
- The ventilation holes on the compute node are not blocked.
- The compute node CMOS batteries
are operational. If a CMOS battery becomes defective, replace it immediately.