Installing a processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor. The heat sink is necessary to
maintain proper thermal conditions.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2 Power o the system and all attached peripherals.
3 Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
4 Ensure that all internal cables are routed correctly and connected, and no tools or extra parts are left inside the system.
5 Open the drive bays, remove all drives, and then close the drive bays.
6 Remove the power supply units.
7 Remove the system from the rack and place it on an ESD work bench. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide available at
www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.
8 Remove the system cover.
9 Remove the air shroud.
10 If installed, remove the rear drive cage.
11 If installed, remove the risers.
12 If installed, remove the processor dust cover.
Steps
1 Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board and then place the processor and heat sink module (PHM) on the
processor socket.
CAUTION
: To avoid damaging the ns on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink
ns.
NOTE: Ensure that the PHM is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the components.
2 Push the blue retention clips inward to allow the heat sink to be lowered into place.
3 Using the Torx #T30 screwdriver, tighten the screws on the heat sink in the order below:
a Partially tighten the rst screw (approximately 3 turns).
b Tighten the second screw completely.
c Return to the rst screw and tighten it completely.
If the PHM slips o the blue retention clips when the screws are partially tightened, follow these steps to secure the PHM:
a Loosen both the heat sink screws completely.
b Lower the PHM on to the blue retention clips, following the procedure described in step 2.
c Secure the PHM to the system board, following the replacement instructions listed in step 3.
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