Use this information to remove a microprocessor and heat
sink.
Attention:
To remove a microprocessor and heat sink, complete the following
steps:
- Read the safety information that begins on Safety and Installation guidelines.
- Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect
the power cords and all external cables.
- Remove the cover (see Removing the cover).
- Disconnect any cables that impede access to the heat sink
and microprocessor.
- Open the heat sink release lever to the fully open position.
- Lift the heat sink out of the server. After removal, place
the heat sink on its side on a clean, flat surface.
Figure 1. Heat sink removal
- Release the microprocessor retention latch by pressing
down on the end, moving it to the side, and releasing it to the open
position.
- Open the microprocessor bracket frame by lifting up the
tab on the top edge. Keep the bracket frame in the open position.
Figure 2. Microprocessor bracket frame disengagement
- Locate the microprocessor installation tool that comes
with the new microprocessor.
- Twist the handle on the microprocessor tool counterclockwise
so that it is in the open position.
Figure 3. Installation tool handle adjustment
- Align the installation tool with the alignment pins on
the microprocessor socket and lower the tool down over the microprocessor.
Figure 4. Installation tool alignment
- Twist the handle on the installation tool clockwise and
lift the microprocessor out of the socket.
Figure 5. Installation tool handle adjustment
- Carefully lift the microprocessor straight up and out of
the socket, and place it on a static-protective surface. Remove the
microprocessor from the installation tool by twisting the handle counterclockwise.
- If you do not intend to install a microprocessor in the
socket, install the socket dust cover that you removed in step t_installing_cpu.html#t_installing_cpu__dust_cover on
the socket.
Attention: The pins on the socket
are fragile. Any damage to the pins may require replacing the system
board.
If you are instructed to return the microprocessor, follow
all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping
that are supplied to you.