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10. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor and heat sink, follow all
Installing a microprocessor and heat sink
Use this information to install a microprocessor and heat sink in the blade server.
The following notes describe the type of microprocessor that the server supports
and other information that you must consider when you install a microprocessor:
v Microprocessors are to be installed only by trained technicians.
v Each microprocessor socket must always contain either a socket cover and
v If you are installing a second microprocessor, make sure that the microprocessors
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c. Twist the handle on the installation tool clockwise.
d. Lift the microprocessor out of the socket.
9. If you do not intend to install a microprocessor on the socket, install the
socket cover that you removed before on the microprocessor socket.
Note: The pins on the socket are fragile. Any damage to the pins may require
replacing the system board.
packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are
supplied to you.
Important: Always use the microprocessor installation tool to install a
microprocessor. Failing to use the microprocessor installation tool may damage
the microprocessor sockets on the system board. Any damage to the
microprocessor sockets may require replacing the system board.
heat-sink filler or a microprocessor and heat sink. If the blade server has only
one microprocessor, it must be installed in microprocessor socket 1.
are identical in core speed, QPI, cache size, core quantity, and power segment.
The system might hang, if the installed microprocessors are mismatched.
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