Step 10 Lift the heat sink out of the server. See step (2) in Figure 7-70.
Step 11 Raise the securing rod near the or label. See step (1) in Figure 7-71.
Do not use any tool or sharp object to lift the securing rod on the CPU socket. Otherwise, the
sever may be damaged.
Figure 7-71 Removing the CPU
Step 12 Raise the securing rod near the or label. See step (2) in Figure 7-71.
Step 13 Open the lid that fixes the CPU, and remove the CPU from the socket. See steps (3) and (4) in
Figure 7-71.
Step 14 Place the removed CPU in an ESD bag.
Ensure that CPU sockets are populated with CPUs or CPU protection caps during
transportation and storage.
Step 15 (Optional) Install a CPU protection cap.
1. Close the CPU socket cover. See step (1) in Figure 7-72.
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User Guide
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