Service Guide

Hardware Installations and Upgrades
Intel
®
Server System R1000RP Service Guide 33
3. Protective socket cover needs to be removed for proper cooling of the processor; failure
to remove the cover could result in damage to the system.
1. Push the level handle down and away from the socket to release it (see letter A). Rotate the
lever to open all the way (see letter B).
Figure 30. Installing Processor – Open the Socket Lever
2. Open the Load Plate as shown.
Figure 31. Installing Processor – Open the Load Plate
3. Install the Processor. Take the processor out of the box and remove the protective shipping
cover. Align the processor with the socket so that the orientation notches on the processor align
with the two orientation posts on the socket (see letter A). Note the location of the gold key at
the corner of the processor (see letter B).
Figure 32. Installing Processor – Install the Processor
Note: The underside of the processor has components that may damage the socket pins if installed
improperly. Processor must align correctly with the socket opening before installation. DO NOT
DROP processor into socket!