HP ProLiant DL380 G7 Maintenance And Service Manual page 77

Open the processor locking lever and the processor socket retaining bracket. Do not remove the
2.
processor socket cover.
IMPORTANT:
If the processor has separated from the installation tool, carefully re-insert the processor in the tool.
3.
Handle the processor by the edges only, and do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the
contact area.
Be sure the processor remains inside the processor installation tool.
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