Specification Update

Enterprise Platforms and Services Marketing Monthly Specification Update

Note: The system is shipped with a spacer installed between the heatsink

and the processor socket to protect the socket protective cover. This spacer

will need to be removed and discarded before installing the processor.

 If a processor is already installed, do the following:

i. Twist the heatsink slightly to break the seal between the heatsink and the

processor.

ii. Lift the heatsink from the processor. If it does not pull up easily, twist the

heatsink again. Do not force the heatsink from the processor. Doing so could

damage the processor.

Figure 1. Removing the Heatsink

Installing the Heatsink

You must install the processor before installing the heatsink. For instructions, see the Service

Guide.

CAUTION: The heatsink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use

caution when you unpack the heatsink so you do not damage the TIM.

Note: New unused heatsinks have adequate TIM on the bottom. If you are reusing a heatsink

from replacing a processor, make sure there is adequate TIM present on the heatsink to

support processor cooling.

To install the heatsink, follow these steps:

1. Remove the protective film on the TIM if present.