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Install the processor air baffle

Follow instructions in this section to install the processor air baffle. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

Attention
  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
  • Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.
Note
  • If you are installing a new processor air baffle, attach the service label to the surface of the new processor air baffle if necessary.
  • Close the retaining clip on each end of the memory module connector before installing the processor air baffle for proper cooling.

Procedure

  1. Align the processor air baffle tabs with the slots on both sides of the CPU complex; then, lower the processor air baffle into the CPU complex until it is securely seated.
    Figure 1. Processor air baffle installation
    Processor air baffle installation
  2. Slightly press the processor air baffle down until it is securely seated.

After you finish

  1. Reinstall the rear top cover. See Install the rear top cover.
  2. Reinstall the front top cover. See Install the front top cover.
  3. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement.