Removing The Heatsink - Supero SUPERSERVER AS-4021GA-62R+F User Manual

SUPERSERVER AS-4021GA-62R+F User's Manual

Removing the Heatsink

Use the procedure below to remove a heatsink from a CPU.
Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed.
However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instruc-
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tions below to uninstall the heatsink and prevent damage to the CPU or
other components.
Removing a CPU Heatsink
1. Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
2. Disconnect the heatsink fan wires from the CPU fan header.
3. Using a screwdriver, loosen and remove the heatsink screws from the
serverboard.
4. Hold the heatsink and
(Do not use excessive force when wriggling the heatsink.)
5. Once the heatsink is loosened, remove it from the CPU socket.
6. Remove the base plate and insulation slice from under the serverboard.
7. To reinstall the CPU and the heatsink, clean the surface of the CPU and the
heatsink to get rid of the old thermal grease. Reapply the proper amount of
thermal grease on the surface before reinstalling them on the serverboard.
gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU.
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