HP ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Maintenance And Service Manual page 61

Remove the heatsink ("Heatsink" on page 58).
5.
Open each of the processor locking levers in the order indicated, and then open the processor
6.
retaining bracket.
Remove the processor from the processor retaining bracket.
7.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, do not touch the bottom of the processor,
especially the contact area.
To replace the component:
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the system board, processor socket, and screws, do not
overtighten the heatsink screws.
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