Installing A Processor And Heatsink; Installing An Lga1366 Processor - Supero SuperWorkstation 7036A-T User Manual

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Installing a Processor and Heatsink

When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on
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the label area of the fan.
Notes:
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Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re-
moving or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the
processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
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If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certifi ed multi-
directional heatsink only.
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Make sure to install the serverboard into the chassis before you install the CPU
heatsinks.
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When receiving a serverboard without a processor pre-installed, make sure that
the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent;
otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.
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Refer to the Supermicro web site for updates on CPU support.

Installing an LGA1366 Processor

1. Press the socket clip to release
the load plate, which covers the
CPU socket, from its locked posi-
tion.
2. Gently lift the socket clip to open
the load plate.
3. Hold the plastic cap at its north
and south center edges to remove
it from the CPU socket.
Note: The photos on this page and
succeeding pages are for illustration
purposes only. They do not necessarily
refl ect the exact product(s) described
in this manual.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Socket Clip
Plastic Cap
Holding the north & south edges
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Load Plate