IBM System x3500 User Manual

9. Remove the microprocessor socket dust cover, tape, or label from the surface
of the microprocessor socket, if one is present. Store the socket cover in a
safe place.
Attention: When you handle static-sensitive devices, take precautions to
avoid damage from static electricity. For details about handling these devices,
see “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 39.
10. Close the microprocessor socket release levers and retainer:
a. Close the microprocessor retainer on the microprocessor socket.
b. Identify which release lever is labeled as the first release lever to close and
close it.
c. Close the second release lever on the microprocessor socket.
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IBM System x3500 Specifications

General

Chipset	Intel 5000P
Maximum Memory	48 GB
Memory Slots	12
Network Interface	Dual Gigabit Ethernet
Processor	Intel Xeon 5400/5300/5200 series
Form Factor	5U Tower
Memory Type	DDR2 FB-DIMM
Storage	Up to 6 x 3.5" SAS/SATA HDDs
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1
Expansion Slots	6 x PCI-E slots
Operating System Support	Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESX Server