Owners Manual

Figure 30. Installing a memory module
Next steps
1. Install the air shroud.
2. If applicable, install the mid drive tray.
3. Follow the procedures in After working inside your system.
4. To verify if the memory module has been installed properly, press F2 and navigate to System Setup Main Menu > System
BIOS > Memory Settings. In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of
the installed memory.
5. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module
is firmly seated in the memory module socket.
6. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.
Processors and heat sinks
The processor controls memory, peripheral interfaces, and other components of the system. The system can have more than
one processor configuration. The heat sink absorbs the heat that is generated by the processor and helps the processor to
maintain its optimal temperature level.
Removing a processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
WARNING:
The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system has been turned off. Allow the
heat sink to cool before removing it.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedures in Before working inside your system.
Steps
1. Using a Torx #T30 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink in the order given below:
a. Loosen the first screw three turns.
b. Loosen the second screw completely.
c. Return to the first screw and loosen it completely.
NOTE:
It is normal for the heat sink to slip off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially loosened,
continue to loosen the screws.
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