Hardware Options Installation; Hewlett Packard Enterprise Product Quickspecs; Introduction; Processor And Heatsink Options - HPE ProLiant XL170r Gen10 User Manual

Hardware options installation

Hewlett Packard Enterprise product QuickSpecs

For more information about product features, specifications, options, configurations, and compatibility, see
the product QuickSpecs on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise website (http://www.hpe.com/info/qs).

Introduction

If more than one option is being installed, read the installation instructions for all the hardware options
and identify similar steps to streamline the installation process.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal
system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to electrical components, properly ground the server before
beginning any installation procedure. Improper grounding can cause electrostatic discharge.

Processor and heatsink options

Installing a second processor heatsink assembly

Determine if there are temperature requirements for the component. For more information, see
Temperature requirements.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise recommends identifying the processor heatsink module components before
performing this procedure. See "Processor, heatsink, and socket components on page 9."
Prerequisites
Before installing this option, be sure that you have the following items:
• The components included with the hardware option kit
• T-30 Torx screwdriver
Procedure
1. Observe the following alerts:
CAUTION: When handling the heatsink, always hold it along the top and bottom of the fins.
Holding it from the sides can damage the fins.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor or system board, only authorized personnel
should attempt to replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION: Heatsink processor assemblies specified for processor 1 and 2 are not
interchangeable. Be sure to note the appropriate orientation on the heatsink label.
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