Installing A Microprocessor And Fan Sink - IBM System x3200 Problem Determination And Service Manual

Installing a microprocessor and fan sink

To install the microprocessor and fan sink, complete the following steps.
1. Make sure that the microprocessor socket lever and cover are in the fully open
2. Install the microprocessor by using the vacuum tool and completing the
Fan-sink retention lever
position.
Attention: Use the vacuum tool that comes with the replacement part to
install the microprocessor. Dropping the microprocessor during installation can
damage the contacts. Also, contaminants on the microprocessor contacts, such
as oil from your skin, can cause connection failures between the contacts and
the socket.
following steps.
Vacuum tool
Microprocessor
Socket
a. Squeeze and hold the bladder of the tool; then, place the suction cup on the
microprocessor and release the bladder.
Orientation indicators
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