Removing The Processor From The Processor And Heat Sink Module - Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 Installation And Service Manual

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: It is normal for the heat sink to slip off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially loosened, continue
to loosen the screw(s).
2 Pushing both blue 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.
Figure 58. Removing a processor and heat sink module (2U)
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Install the processor and heat sink
Removing the processor from the processor and heat sink
module
Prerequisites
NOTE: Only remove the processor from the processor and heat sink module if you are replacing the processor or heat sink. This
procedure is not required when replacing a system board.
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2 Follow the procedure listed in
3 Remove the processor and heat sink
Steps
1 Place the heat sink with the processor side facing up.
2 Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the release slot marked with a yellow label. Twist (do not pry) the screwdriver to break the thermal
paste seal.
3 Push the retaining clips on the processor bracket to unlock the bracket from the heat sink.
110 Installing and removing system components
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Safety instructions.
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system.