HP ProLiant DL380 G7 Maintenance And Service Manual page 68

Press and hold the tabs on the processor installation tool to separate it from the processor, and then
3.
remove the tool.
Close the processor socket retaining bracket and the processor locking lever.
4.
CAUTION: Be sure to close the processor socket retaining bracket before closing the processor
locking lever. The lever should close without resistance. Forcing the lever closed can damage the
processor and socket, requiring system board replacement.
Clean the old thermal grease from the heatsink and the top of the processor with the alcohol swab.
5.
Allow the alcohol to evaporate before continuing.
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