Heat Sink And Processors; Removing A Heat Sink - Dell PowerEdge R730 Owner's Manual

3. Press F2 to enter System Setup, and check the System Memory setting.
The system should have already changed the value to reflect the installed memory.
4. 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.
5. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.

Heat sink and processors

Use the following procedures when:
• Installing an additional processor.
• Replacing a processor.
NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor
socket.

Removing a heat sink

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the
processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor
socket.
1. Ensure that you follow the
2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in
4. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card(s).
5. Remove the cooling shroud.
WARNING: The heat sink will be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered
down. Allow the heat sink to cool before removing it.
Steps
1. Loosen one of the screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
2. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed.
3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
4. Remove the heat sink.
Safety instructions.
Before working inside your system.
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