Remove the heat sink and fan module (trained technician only)

Follow instructions in this section to remove the heat sink and fan module. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

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CAUTION

The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

Attention

• Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
• Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
• Remove any locking device that secures the server, such as a Kensington lock or a padlock.
• Place the server on its side with the cover up.

Procedure

1. Make preparation for this task.
   1. Remove the server cover. See Remove the server cover.
      Attention

      The heat sink and processor could be very hot. To avoid burning yourself, wait for a few minutes after turning off the server before you remove the server cover.
   2. If applicable, remove the ODD+bay 2 drive cage assembly (see Remove an optical drive cage) or remove the bay 2+bay 3 drive cage assembly (see Remove the drive cage (bay 3)).
2. Disconnect the heat sink and fan module cable from the system board.
   Attention

   To avoid damaging the system board, make sure to follow the instructions in Internal cable routing when disconnecting cables from the system board.
3. Remove the heat sink and fan module.
   1. & Loosen screw 1 and 2: First, partially loosen screw 1; then, fully loosen screw 2. Finally, fully loosen screw 1.
   2. & Loosen screw 3 and 4: First, partially loosen screw 3; then, fully loosen screw 4. Finally, fully loosen screw 3.
   3. Lift evenly and remove the heat sink and fan module from the server.
   Note

   1. Gently remove the four screws to avoid any possible damage to the system board.

   2. Always keep the four screws attached to the heat sink and fan module.

   3. Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink and fan module.

   Figure 1. Removing the heat sink and fan module