Removing A Processor - Dell EMC PowerEdge R620 Owner's Manual

Removing a processor

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
1 Before upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from support.dell.com and follow the instructions included in
the compressed download file to install the update on your system.
NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller.
2 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet. When disconnected from
the power source, press and hold the power button for three seconds to fully drain the system of stored power prior to removing the
cover.
3 Open the system.
4 Remove the cooling shroud.
WARNING: The heat sink and processor are too hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow
the heat sink and processor to cool down before handling them.
CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
5 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen one of the heat-sink retention sockets. Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the
processor.
6 Loosen the second heat-sink retention socket.
7 Lift the heat sink away from the processor and set the heat sink aside.
68 Installing and removing system components