HP ProLiant DL980 G7 Maintenance And Service Manual page 46

CAUTION:
especially the contact area.
To replace the component:
1. Carefully insert the processor into the processor installation tool. Handle the processor by the
edges only, and do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the contact area.
2. Be sure the tool is oriented correctly. Align the processor installation tool with the socket, and
then install the processor. THE PINS ON THE SYSTEM BOARD ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY
DAMAGED.
46 Removal and replacement procedures
To avoid damage to the processor, do not touch the bottom of the processor,