Removing The Heat Sink And Processor - Intel X38ML User Manual

8. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the DIMM
sockets. See your server system documentation for instructions.
9. Replace the server cover and reconnect the AC power cord. See the server chassis
documentation for instructions on installing the cover.
Replacing the Processor
Note: This manual assumes a processor is already installed and you are referring to these steps
to replace your processor. If you are setting up this system for the first time, see the Quick
Start User's Guide that was included in the product box.
Caution: Use only processors that have been validated to work with this server board. See
"Additional Information and Software" on page xiv
processor(s).
Caution: ESD and handling processors: Reduce the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to
the processor by doing the following: (1) Touch the metal chassis before touching the
processor or server board. Keep part of your body in contact with the metal chassis to
dissipate the static charge while handling the processor. (2) Avoid moving around
unnecessarily.

Removing the Heat Sink and Processor

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See
Information" on page
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.
3. Remove the AC power cord from the server.
4. Remove the server's cover and locate the DIMM sockets. See the documentation
that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server's cover
and accessing the processor socket.
5. Loosen the four captive screws on the corners of the heat sink.
6. Twist the heat sink slightly to break the seal between the heat sink and the
processor.
7. Lift the heat sink from the processor. If it does not pull up easily, twist the heat sink
again. Do not force the heat sink from the processor. Doing so could damage the
processor.
8. Raise the processor socket handle completely. See the following figure.
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