Removing and replacing a processor heatsink assemblyRemoving and replacing a processor heatsink assembly
IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT:
Existing HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy Gen10 server products containing first-generation Intel Xeon Scalable
processors may not be upgraded to second-generation Intel Xeon Scalable processors at this time.
For more information, see the product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website
(https://www.hpe.com/info/qshttps://www.hpe.com/info/qs).
ProcedureProcedure
1. Observe the following alerts:
CAUTION: CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor or system board, only authorized personnel should attempt to replace
or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION: CAUTION: If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before installing the processor.
To download firmware and view installation instructions, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support CenterHewlett Packard Enterprise Support Center
websitewebsite.
CAUTION: CAUTION: To prevent possible server malfunction and damage to the equipment, multiprocessor configurations
must contain processors with the same part number.
CAUTION: CAUTION: THE CONTACTS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. THE CONTACTS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. To avoid damage to the socket or
processor, do not touch the contacts.
CAUTION: CAUTION: When handling the heatsink, always hold it along the top and bottom of the fins. Holding it from the sides
can damage the fins.
CAUTION: CAUTION: Observe the label on the heatsink. Tightening or loosening the screws in the wrong order can damage the
heatsink.
2. Power down the server.
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
a. Extend the server from the rack .
b. Remove the server from the rack .
5. Remove the access panel.
6. Remove the processor heatsink assembly:
a. Allow the heatsink to cool.
b. Loosen the heatsink nuts in the order specified by the label on the heatsink.