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NOTE:
The memory module socket has an alignment key that enables you to install the memory module in the socket in
only one orientation.
4. Press the memory module with your thumbs until the socket levers firmly click into place.
Figure 27. Installing a memory module
Next steps
1. If applicable, install the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. To verify if the memory module has been installed properly, press F2 and navigate to System Setup Main Menu > System
BIOS > Memory Settings. In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of
the installed memory.
4. If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module
is firmly seated in the memory module socket.
5. Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.
Processors and heat sinks
The processor contains memory, peripheral interfaces, and other components of the system. It may have multiple cores. The
system can have more than one processor configurations.
The heat sink absorbs the heat generated by the processor, and helps the processor to maintain its optimal temperature level.
Removing a processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
WARNING:
The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the
heat sink to cool before removing it.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2. Follow the procedure listed in
Steps
1. Using a Torx #T30 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink.
NOTE:
Ensure that you loosen one screw before moving on to the next screw.
air
shroud.
After working inside your system
Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
on page 56.
on page 55.
on page 56.
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