Installing A Processor Blank And Dimm Blank - Dell PowerEdge M830 Owner's Manual

Steps
Hold the processor blank and DIMM blank by its edges and lift it away from the system.
Figure 9. Removing and installing a processor blank and DIMM blank
1. processor blank and DIMM blank
3. standoff (4)
Next steps
1. Install the heat sink and the processor.
2. If you are removing a processor permanently, install the processor blank and DIMM blank.

Installing a processor blank and DIMM blank

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
1. Ensure that you read the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3. If installed, remove the heat sink and the processor.
4. Remove a processor blank and DIMM blank.
NOTE: You must remove processor blank and DIMM blank when installing two processors or
service other components inside the system.
Safety instructions.
Before working inside your
2. heat sink retention socket (4)
system.
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