Dell POWEREDGE 2950 - Manual (Page 9)

Information Update
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Support for 8-GB Memory Modules –
PowerEdge 2950 III Systems
PowerEdge 2950 III systems have added support for the following approved
8-GB memory configurations:
•64 GB — 8 x 8-GB quad-rank memory modules
•48 GB — 4 x 8-GB quad-rank and 4 x 4-GB dual-rank memory modules
If 64 GB of memory is installed, the system only recognizes and displays
63.75 GB during POST.
NOTE:
Prior to upgrading your system, verify that the latest system BIOS version is on
your system. Loading the latest BIOS version ensures that your system is fully supported.
NOTE:
Some operating systems cannot support more than 4 GB of physical memory.
For more information on memory support requirements and restrictions, refer to the operating
system documentation that was shipped with your system.
Processor Upgrades – Power 2950 II
and PowerEdge 2950 III Systems
• If the front of your system chassis is labeled with a “II”, your system is
upgradeable to the 5100 series of dual-core Intel Xeon processors and
the 5300 series of quad-core Xeon processors.
• If the front of your system chassis is labeled with a “III”, your system is
upgradeable to the 5100 and 5200 series of dual-core Intel Xeon processors
and 5300 and 5400 series of quad-core Intel Xeon processors.
See support.dell.com for information on the latest processor upgrade options
for your system.
System Board Replacement –
Safeguarding Encrypted Data
On PowerEdge 2950 III systems using Windows Server
®
2008, you can use
encryption programs, such as the BitLocker utility, to secure the contents
of the hard drive.