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QSSC-S4R Server System Product Guide Chapter 5: Technician Maintenance
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Removing a Processor
Note: To aid in separating the heat sink from the processor, power on the server for a few minutes.
This warms the thermal grease and prevents the processor from pulling out of the closed socket.
Make sure the heat sink is cool to the touch before removing.
1. Remove the top cover. For instructions, see “Removing the Top Cover” on page 82.
2. Remove the chassis mid-brace. For instructions, see “Removing the Chassis Mid-Brace” on page 98.
3. Use a long Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the four screws on the corners of the heat sink.
4. Gently rock the heat sink back and forth to break the seal between the heat sink and the processor.
5. Lift the heat sink from the processor.
6. Lift the release lever on the processor socket. See the following figure.
Figure 107. Open Processor Socket Release Lever
7. Open the processor socket door.
8. Remove the processor from the chassis. Store it in an anti-static bag or in the original packaging.
9. Install a replacement processor. For instructions, see “Installing a Processor” on page 101.
10. Install the chassis mid-brace. For instructions, see “Installing the Chassis Mid-Brace” on page 99.
11. Install the top cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Top Cover” on page 83.
Note: Once the processor is removed, note that the release mechanism shows the socket is open.
Removing and Installing the Memory Rug
The memory rug directs the air from the front fans over the mainboard to the processors. Do not attempt to
operate the system without the memory rug in place or if it is damaged.
Removing the Memory Rug
1. Remove the top cover. For instructions, see “Removing the Top Cover” on page 82
2. Remove the memory risers. For instructions, see “Removing a Memory Riser” on page 64.
3. Remove the memory dividers. For instructions, see “Removing the Memory Dividers” on page 95.
4. Loosen the four (4) captive screws. See “1” in the figure below.
5. Lift the memory rug out of the system. See “2” in the figure below.