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Install a heat sink Torx T30 nut

See this topic to learn how to install a PEEK (Polyether ether ketone) Torx T30 nut on the heat sink.

About this task

Note
The heat sink, processor, and processor carrier for the system might be different from those shown in the illustrations.

Procedure

Install the Torx T30 nut.
Figure 1. Installing a Torx T30 nut into the heat sink
Installing a Torx T30 nut into the heat sink
Note
Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the processor.
  • Rotate the anti-tilt wire bail inwards.
  • Orient the Torx T30 nut under the anti-tilt wire bail; then, align the Torx T30 nut with the socket at an angle as shown.
  • Push the lower edge of the Torx T30 nut into the socket until it clicks into place. Make sure the Torx T30 nut is secured under the four clips in the socket.

After this task is completed

  1. Make sure all four nuts are installed to the PHM, and install the PHM. See Install a processor and heat sink.

  2. Proceed to complete the parts replacement (see Complete the parts replacement).

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