Xeon Em64T Processor And Heatsink Installation - Supermicro X6DAi-G User Manual

X6DAT-G/X6DAi-G User's Manual
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Xeon EM64T Processor and Heatsink Installation

When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct
pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the
! motherboard on a conductive surface, which can damage the
BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up.
IMPORTANT: Always connect the power cord last and always remove it
before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.
sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install
the CPU heat sink.
Installing the CPU Mounting Plate and Retention Bracket
CPU retention brackets are pre-in-
stalled.
CPU Installation
1. Lift the lever on the CPU socket:
lift the lever completely as shown
on the picture on the right, other-
wise you will damage the CPU
socket when power is applied. (In-
stall CPU1 first.)
Xeon CPU
Motherboard
Chassis backplane
2-2
Mounting Holes
CPU Socket
CPU Retention
Bracket
Chassis
backplane
Heatsink
CPU
Socket
Standoffs
Socket lever
Make
Heatsink
Mounting
Holes
CPU