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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.
7. Release the microprocessor retention latch by pressing down on the end,
moving it to the side, and releasing it to the open (up) position.
8. Open the microprocessor bracket frame by lifting up the tab on the top edge.
Keep the bracket frame in the open position.
Microprocessor
release lever
9. Locate the microprocessor installation tool that comes with the new
microprocessor.
10. Twist the handle on the microprocessor tool counterclockwise so that it is in
the open position.
Handle
Installation tool
11. Align the installation tool with the alignment pins on the microprocessor socket
and lower the tool down over the microprocessor.
Alignment pins
12. Twist the handle on the installation tool clockwise and lift the microprocessor
out of the socket.
Microprocessor
bracket frame
Installation tool
Microprocessor
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