Minimum hardware configuration

During the troubleshooting process, you might be asked to reduce the server to its minimum hardware configuration. This configuration consists of only the components required to boot the server and successfully pass POST.

When reducing the server to its minimum hardware configuration, keep in mind the following:

  • Before removing any components, determine the minimum configuration for each component and follow all guidelines in the server user guide.

  • The processor is embedded into the system board. If an issue occurs with the processor, replace the system board.