Removing The Passive Heatsink; Installing And Removing The Memory Modules; Installing & Removing Dimms - Supermicro X9DRW-CF31 User Manual

Removing the Passive Heatsink

Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However,
if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall
the heatsink to avoid damaging the CPU or other components.
1. Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
2. Press down the push-pin on the heatsink, and turn counter-clock-wise to
loosen it. Repeat the same step to loosen the second push-pin.
3. Hold the heatsink as shown in the picture below, and gently wriggle the heat-
sink to loosen it. (Do not use excessive force when wriggling the heatsink.)
4. Once the heatsink is loosened, remove it from the motherboard.
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Installing and Removing the Memory Modules

Note: Check Supermicro's Website for recommended memory modules.
Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM
Installing & Removing DIMMs
1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into
the memory slots, starting with P1-DIMMA1.
(For best memory performance, please use
the modules of the same type and speed in
the same bank.)
2. Push the release tabs outwards on both
ends of the DIMM slot to unlock it.
3. Align the DIMM module key with the recep-
tive point on the memory slot.
4. Align the notches on the both ends of the
module with the receptive points on ends of
the slot.
5. Use two thumbs together to press the
notches of the module straight down into the
slot until the module snaps into place.
CAUTION
modules to prevent any possible damage.
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Chapter 2: Installation
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