HP ProLiant ML30 Gen9 Maintenance And Service Manual page 51

8. Replace the component:
a. Clean the old thermal grease from the processor with the alchohol swab. Allow the alchohol to
evaporate before continuing.
b. Remove the thermal interface protective cover from the heatsink.
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the screws as this might damage the board, connectors, or screws and voids
the warranty of the system board.
9. Install the heatsink:
a. Position the heatsink using the guide pin on the processor backplate.
b. Tighten one pair of diagonally opposite screws halfway, then tighten the other pair of screws.
c. Finish the installation by completely tightening the screws in the same sequence.
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