Removing The Processor - Dell EMC PowerEdge C4140 Installation And Service Manual

Figure 53. Removing a processor and heat sink module
Next steps
1. Install the processor.
2. Replace the processor and heat sink

Removing the processor

Prerequisites
NOTE: Only remove the processor from the processor and heat sink module if you are replacing the processor or heat sink.
This procedure is not required when replacing a system board.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. Remove the air shroud.
4. Remove the processor and heat sink
Steps
1. Place the heat sink with the processor side facing up.
2. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the release slot marked with a yellow label. Twist (do not pry) the screwdriver to break
the thermal paste seal.
3. Push the retaining clips on the processor bracket to unlock the bracket from the heat sink.
module.
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
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PowerEdge C4140 installing and removing system components
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