Precision 490: Adding a second Processor Help!!

Question

hi, i'm really intersted in adding a second processor to my Precision 490.....the problem is the heatsink...can i buy one of my choice or i have to get it from Dell....also where can i find Dell's heatsinks and how to install them? thanks

bfeldham · Answer

I did a dual Xeon processor upgrade in my Precision 530 years ago. I bought the heat sink and CPU clip from the Dell spare parts division (Luckily my 530 shipped with the 2nd CPU fan installed) Then, I bought a used Xeon processor off eBay.   Important!!!! Be sure the CPUs have the same Stepping code (printed on the CPU). If you want to try and mix stepping codes, in a dual CPU installation, you have to refer to the Intel website and look for a document for supported mixed steppings on multi-CPU installations.   E.g. The stepping code on both of my Xeon processors is SL5Z8

tphillips63 · Answer

One more thing is that if you buy the CPU and parts from Dell they will support you better and may add it you the system warranty.   I have been told the retail Intel heatsink is the same basic type as in the 490 in height and girth.

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