Removal and replacement procedures 35
IMPORTANT: Processor socket 1 must be populated at all times or the server does not
function.
IMPORTANT: If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before
installing the processor.
To remove a processor:
1. Update the system ROM.
Locate and download the latest ROM version from the HP website (http://www.hp.com/support
).
Follow the instructions on the website to update the system ROM.
2. Power down the server (on page 13).
3. Extend the server from the rack (on page 14).
4. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 16).
5. If installed, remove the BBWC battery pack or the FBWC capacitor pack ("BBWC battery pack or
FBWC capacitor pack" on page 25).
6. Remove the air baffle ("Air baffle" on page 26).
7. Remove the heatsink ("Heatsink" on page 33).
8. Open the processor retaining latch and the processor socket retaining bracket.