Oracle X8-2L Service Manual page 151

d. Remove the processor carrier (with processor still attached) from the
heatsink by prying or pinching the plastic latch tabs that attach the
processor to the heatsink.
A thin layer of thermal grease separates the heatsink and the processor. This grease
Caution -
acts as an adhesive. Do not allow the thermal grease to contaminate the work space or other
components.
6. If you plan on reusing either the heatsink or processor, use an alcohol pad to
clean the thermal grease on the underside of the heatsink and on the top of the
processor. If reusing a processor, do not remove it from the processor carrier.
Failure to clean thermal grease from the heatsink could result in the accidental
Caution -
contamination of the processor socket or other components. Also, be careful not to get the
grease on your fingers, as this could contaminate components.
Related Information
"Install a Processor" on page 152
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Identify and Remove a Processor
Servicing Processors (FRU) 151