Removing A Processor - Dell PowerEdge R930 Owner's Manual

Steps
1. Loosen one of the screws that secure the heat sink to the system board.
Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
2. Remove the screw diagonally opposite the screw you first removed.
3. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
Figure 38. Removing and installing a heat sink
1. heat sink
3. retention sockets (4)
Next steps
Remove a processor or a heat sink.
Related Tasks
Removing a cooling fan
Removing a memory riser
Removing the memory riser and fan cage
Removing the cable management tray
Removing the fan tray
Installing a processor
Installing a heat sink

Removing a processor

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should be
performed only by Dell certified service technicians.
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2. retention screws (4)
4. processor