Specifications

6. Carefully lift the processor from the socket (3).
CAUTION: Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket. These pins are very fragile and
handling them could cause irreparable damage. Once pins are damaged it may be necessary to
replace the system board.
The heat sink must be installed within 24 hours of installing the processor to prevent damage to
the processor’s solder connections.
Figure 8-35 Removing the processor
To install a new processor:
1. Place the processor in its socket and close the retainer. Make sure the slot in the processor fits
into the post on the socket.
2. Secure the locking lever. If reusing the existing heat sink, go to step 3. If using a new heat sink,
go to step 6.
3. If reusing the existing fan sink, clean the bottom of the fan sink with the alcohol pad provided in
the spares kit.
CAUTION: Before reinstalling the fan sink you must clean the top of the processor and the
bottom of the fan sink with an alcohol pad supplied in the spares kit. After the alcohol has
evaporated, apply thermal grease to the top of the processor from the syringe supplied in the
spares kit.
4. Apply the thermal grease provided in the spares kit to the top of the processor and install the fan
sink atop the processor.
5. Go to step 7.
134 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures – Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis