Processors And Heat Sinks; Removing A Processor And Heat Sink Module - Dell PowerEdge FC640 Installation And Service Manual

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3
Follow the procedure listed in
4
To verify if the memory module has been installed properly, press F2 and navigate to System Setup Main Menu > System BIOS >
Memory Settings. In the Memory Settings screen, the System Memory Size must reflect the updated capacity of the installed
memory.
5
If the value is incorrect, one or more of the memory modules may not be installed properly. Ensure that the memory module is firmly
seated in the memory module socket.
6
Run the system memory test in system diagnostics.
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Installing the drive backplane
Installing the air shroud

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
3
Remove the air shroud.
Steps
1
Using a Torx #T30 screwdriver, loosen the screws on the heat sink in the order below:
a
Loosen the first screw three turns.
b Loosen the second screw completely.
c
Return to the first screw and loosen it completely.
NOTE:
loosened, continue to loosen the screw(s).
2
Pushing both retention clips simultaneously, lift the Processor and heat sink module (PHM) out of the system.
3
Set the PHM aside with the processor side facing up.
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Installing and removing system components
After working inside your
Safety
instructions.
Before working inside your
It is normal for the heat sink to slip off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially
system.
system.

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