Installing A Heat Sink - Dell PowerEdge M830 Owner's Manual

c. Set the processor lightly in the socket.
Because the system uses a ZIF processor socket, do not use force. When the processor is
positioned correctly, it drops down into the socket with minimal pressure.
d. Close the processor shield.
e. Rotate the socket-release lever 1 and lever 2 simultaneously until it is locked in position.
Next steps
NOTE: Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessary
to maintain proper thermal conditions.
1. Install the heat sink.
2. If you are permanently removing the processor and the heat sink, ensure that you install a
processor/DIMM blank.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing a processor blank and DIMM blank
Removing a processor

Installing a heat sink

After working inside your system
Installing a heat sink
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 are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4. Install the processor.
NOTE: If you are installing a single processor, it must be installed in socket CPU1.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean
lint-free cloth.
2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on
the top of the processor.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact
with and contaminating the processor socket.
NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe
after you use it.
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