Installing A Microprocessor And Heat Sink - Lenovo ThinkServer RD220 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Step 6. Lift the heat sink out of the server. If the heat sink sticks to the microprocessor, slightly twist
the heat sink back and forth to break the seal. After removal, place the heat sink on its side on
a clean, flat surface.
Step 7. Release the microprocessor retention latch
side, and releasing it to the open (up) position.
Step 8. Open the microprocessor bracket frame
frame in the open position.
Step 9. Carefully lift the microprocessor
static-protective surface.
Step 10. If you are instructed to return the microprocessor, follow all packaging instructions, and use any
packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Installing a microprocessor and heat sink

Read the documentation that comes with the microprocessor to determine whether you must update
the firmware.
Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code updates. If the device
is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before
you update the code.
To download the most current level of server firmware, complete the following steps:
1. Go to: "http://www.lenovo.com/support" on page .
2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select Servers and Storage from
the Select your product list.
3. From Family list, select ThinkServer, and click Continue.
4. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates.
Important:
• A startup (boot) microprocessor must always be installed in microprocessor connector 1 on the system
board.
• To ensure correct server operation, make sure that you use microprocessors that are compatible and you
have installed an additional DIMM for microprocessor 2. Compatible microprocessors must have the
same QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) link speed, integrated memory controller frequency, core frequency,
power segment, cache size, and type.
• Microprocessors with different stepping levels are supported in this server. If you install microprocessors
with different stepping levels, it does not matter which microprocessor is installed in microprocessor
connector 1 or connector 2.
1
by pressing down on the end, moving it to the
4 by lifting up the tab on the top edge. Keep the bracket
2
straight up and out of the socket, and place it on a
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