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Cisco UCS C22 Server Installation and Service Guide
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Chapter 3      Maintaining the Server
Installing or Replacing Server Components
Figure 3-12 CPU Socket Latches
Step 2 Remove a protective cap or an old CPU from the socket (if present):
  • If you are removing an old CPU, skip to Step 3.
  • If you are installing a new CPU to a socket that was shipped empty, the socket has a protective cap 
that is intended to prevent bent contact pins. Use the tool as shown in 
Figure 3-13 to grasp the 
protective cap and then pivot to remove the cap.
Figure 3-13 Protective Cap Removal Tool 
 
1 Heatsink screws (four) 4 Hinged CPU cover plate
2 Heatsink 5 CPU
3 CPU retaining latch