Figure 55. Installing the heat sink onto the processor
Next steps
1. Replace the heat sink.
2. Replace the processor air shroud.
3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
Installing the processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or system board. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the processor air shroud.
NOTE: The procedure to install the heat sink is the same for Rear Accessed and Front Accessed configurations.
Steps
1. Set the anti-tilt wires to the unlocked position on the heat sink (inward position).
2. Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board, and then place the processor and heat sink on the processor
socket.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins.
NOTE: Ensure that the processor and heat sink is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the
components.
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