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Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
3.3 Motherboard Components
Processor and Heatsink Installation
Follow the procedures in this section to install a processor (CPU) and heatsink to the
motherboard.
Notes:
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installed into the CPU socket before you install a CPU heatsink.
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heatsink only.
• When receiving a motherboard without a processor pre-installed, make sure that the plastic
CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your
retailer immediately.
• Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.
Installing the Processor(s)
Begin by removing power from the system as described in Section 3.1.
1. Remove the cover plate that protects the CPU#1 socket. Lift the lever on the socket until
it points straight up. With the lever raised, lift open the processor retention plate.
Figure 3-1. Removing the Chassis Cover
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