Processor Installation / Removal; Processor Heatsink(S) Removal; Figure 13. Processor Heatsink Removal - Intel P4304XXMFEN2 Service Manual

Intel ® Server Chassis P4304XXMFEN2/P4304XXMUXX Product Family System Integration and Service Guide

2.5 Processor Installation / Removal

2.5.1

Processor Heatsink(s) Removal

The heatsink is attached to the server board or processor socket with captive fasteners. Using a #2
Phillips* screwdriver, loosen the four screws located on the heatsink corners in a diagonal manner
using the following procedure:
Using a #2 Phillips* screwdriver, start with screw 1 and loosen it by giving it two rotations and stop.
Proceed to screw 2 and loosen it by giving it two rotations and stop. Similarly, loosen screws 3 and 4.
Repeat steps A and B by giving each screw two rotations each time until all screws are loosened.
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Figure 13. Processor Heatsink Removal

(IMPORTANT: Do not fully loosen.)
Lift the heatsink straight up.