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Processor problems

See this section to solve problems related to a processor.

The system goes directly to the POST event viewer when it is turned on.​

  1. Check the light path diagnostics LEDs and the Lenovo XClarity Controller event log, and resolve any errors that have occurred.

  2. Make sure that the system supports the processor. You can view processor details from system setup. To determine if the processor is supported for the system, see Lenovo ServerProven website.

  3. (Trained technician only) Make sure that the processor is seated correctly.

  4. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the system each time:

    1. (Trained technician only) Processor

    2. (Trained technician only) System board