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a.
Using a screwdriver or a coin, turn each of the screws toward the middle of the blade server
until they are in the unlocked position.
b.
While you lift the back of the access panel, slide the panel away from the bezel.
Step 5.
Open the microprocessor socket release lever and retainer.
Microprocessor
release lever
a.
Rotate the release lever on the microprocessor socket from its closed and locked position until
it stops in the fully open position (approximately a 135° angle).
b.
Rotate the microprocessor retainer on the microprocessor socket from its closed position until
it stops in the fully open position (approximately a 135° angle).
Step 6.
If a dust cover is installed over the microprocessor socket, lift the dust cover from the socket and
store it in a safe place.
Step 7.
Install the microprocessor in the microprocessor installation tool.
Attention: If you are installing E7 series microprocessors in the blade server, you must use the
microprocessor installation tool with the text "X7500 + E7" on the bottom of the tool (see the
following illustration). Tools that do not have this text on the bottom will not work correctly with the
E7 series microprocessors.
X7500
+
E7
a.
Remove the static-protective bag and the foam surrounding the bag from the box.
b.
Touch the static-protective bag that contains the new microprocessor to any unpainted
surface on the BladeCenter chassis or any unpainted metal surface on any other grounded
rack component.
c.
Carefully remove the microprocessor from the static-protective bag, touching only the edges
of the microprocessor.
d.
If there is a plastic protective cover on the bottom of the microprocessor, carefully remove it.
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