Removing a microprocessor and heat sink
Use this information to remove a microprocessor and heat sink.
Note
This procedure should be performed only by trained service technicians.
Before you remove the microprocessor and heat sink, complete the following steps:
- Read Safety and Installation guidelines.
- If the compute node is installed in an Flex System chassis, remove it (see Removing a compute node from a chassis for instructions).
- Carefully lay the compute node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the compute node with the bezel pointing toward you.
The following notes describe information that you must consider when you remove a microprocessor:
- Each microprocessor socket must always contain a socket cover and heat-sink filler or a microprocessor and heat sink. If the compute node has only one microprocessor, it must be installed in microprocessor socket 1.
- The microprocessor installation tool might become worn after several uses. Make sure that the tool can hold the microprocessor securely if you are reusing an existing microprocessor installation tool. Do not return the tool with other parts that you are returning.
- If you are installing a second microprocessor, the option kit comes with a microprocessor installation tool that you must use when you install a microprocessor. The microprocessor installation tool comes with the replacement microprocessor installed on it and a cover over the microprocessor.
- If you are replacing a defective microprocessor, the CRU kit comes with one installation tool with the replacement microprocessor installed on it and a cover over the microprocessor, and one empty installation tool without a cover.
- If you are replacing a defective microprocessor, you must obtain alcohol wipes and thermal grease for use during the replacement procedure (see Parts listing, Types 2585 and 7906).
To remove a microprocessor and heat sink, complete the following steps.
If you are instructed to return the microprocessor and heat sink, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
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