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by ojt Jan 21, 2003 last reply Jan 21, 2003 1 view

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If we add an new (second) CPU in our W2000 advanced server, will we need to reinstall the OS? Please refer to online documentation, if you can.

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When you installed W2k a hardware abstraction layer (HAL) was built for 1 CPU. To add the second CPU follow the instructions under Q article Q234558, which can be found at
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;234558

Also, remember to go to:
My Computer > Properties > Advanced
Environment Variables
and under System Variables - change the
NUMBER_OF_PROCESSORS to 2.

No reinstallation is necessary, just make the changes and use the vendor specific HAL if there is one.

Good Luck,
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Thank you, the article was exactly what i was looking for, but could not find.

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