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

Removing 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.
NOTE: You must remove processor blank and DIMM blank when installing four processors or
service other components inside the system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
Hold the processor blank and DIMM blank by its edges and lift it away from the system.
Figure 31. Removing a processor blank and DIMM blank
1. processor blank and DIMM blank
3. standoff (4)
Next steps
1. Install the processor and the heat sink.
2. If you are removing a processor permanently, install the processor blank.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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2. heat sink retention socket (4)