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IBM System x3610 Type 7942: Problem Determination and Service Guide
3. Rotate the microprocessor release lever on the socket from its closed and
locked position until it stops in the fully open position.
4.
Lift the microprocessor bracket frame to the open position.
Attention:
v Handle the microprocessor carefully. Dropping the microprocessor during
installation or removal can damage the contacts. Also, contaminants on the
microprocessor contacts, such as oil from your skin, can cause connection
failures between the contacts and the socket.
v Do not use excessive force when you press the microprocessor into the
socket.
v Make sure that the microprocessor is oriented and aligned and positioned in
the socket before you try to close the lever.
Notches
5. Align the microprocessor with the socket (note the alignment mark and the
position of the notches); then, carefully place the microprocessor on the
socket. Close the microprocessor bracket frame.
Note: The microprocessor fits only one way on the socket.
6. Carefully close the microprocessor release lever to secure the microprocessor
in the socket.
7. Install a heat sink on the microprocessor.
Alignment
marks
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