Processor Activation Feature Code Upgrade

Program Overview

Many Power servers ship with more physical processor capacity than is initially activated, leaving a capacity-on-demand upgrade path available without a hardware swap. This feature code activates that dormant capacity directly against the existing serial number.

It is often the fastest and least disruptive way to add processing headroom, since no physical hardware change or extended downtime is required.

Best Fit

Best fit for shops hitting a processor ceiling on a server that still has dormant capacity-on-demand cores available for activation.

What this program helps with

• Activates existing dormant processor cores without a hardware swap
• Minimal downtime compared to a physical processor or server change
• Directly tied to the server's existing serial number and entitlement
• Immediate capacity increase once the activation is applied

What to vet before shortlist

• Confirm dormant core availability on the specific server before ordering
• Verify software licensing tiers tied to processor group are not affected
• Plan the activation window even though downtime is typically minimal