Removing and replacing the retention module
Complete the following steps to remove the retention module.
Note:
1. Turn off the server and peripheral devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord; then, disconnect all external cables from the server.
3. Remove the server cover.
4. Grasp the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle from the server.
5. Remove the heat sink:
6. Loosen the four screws on the corners of the retention module and lift the
To install a retention module, reverse the previous steps.
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v Read "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 29.
v Read "Safety information" on page 87.
a. Loosen the screw on each of the two leaf springs on the retention module.
Note: Loosening one screw fully before loosening the other screw will help
to break the thermal bond that adheres the heat sink to the
microprocessor.
b. Pivot the leaf spring enclosure outward.
c. Gently twist the heat sink until you break the thermal bond and pull the heat
sink away from the retention module and the microprocessor.
retention module away from the system board.
Retention module