Processors And Heat Sinks; Removing A Processor And Heat Sink Module - Dell EMC PowerEdge R640 Installation And Service Manual

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Next steps
1 Follow the procedure listed in

Processors and heat sinks

The processor controls memory, peripheral interfaces, and other components of the system. The system can have more than one
processor configurations.
The heat sink absorbs the heat generated by the processor, and helps the processor to maintain its optimal temperature level.

Removing a processor and heat sink module

Prerequisites
WARNING: The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the heat sink to
cool before removing it.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2 Follow the procedure listed in
Steps
1 Using a Torx #T30 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink.
NOTE: Ensure that you loosen one screw before moving on to the next screw.
2 Pushing both retention clips simultaneously, lift the processor and heat sink module (PHM) out of the system.
3 Set the PHM module aside with the processor side facing up.
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Installing and removing system components
After working inside your system.
Safety instructions.
Before working inside your system.