Installing A Microprocessor - IBM xSeries 200 Hardware Maintenance Manual

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microprocessor from the connector. Store the

microprocessor in a static-protective bag for possible

future use.

6. If you are installing a new microprocessor, continue

with step 4 in "Installing a microprocessor."

Installing a microprocessor

Complete the following steps to install a microprocessor:

Attention:

take precautions to avoid damage from static electricity.

For details on handling these devices, refer to IBM Web

site http://www.ibm.com/ and use a search term of ESD.

1. Review the safety precautions listed in "Safety

information" on page 125.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and

disconnect all external cables and power cords; then,

remove the cover (see "Removing the side cover" on

page 46 for details).

3. Remove the support bracket assembly, see "Removing

the support bracket assembly" on page 49 for

instructions.

4. Install the microprocessor:

a. Touch the static-protective package containing the

new microprocessor to any unpainted metal surface

on the server; then, remove the microprocessor

from the package.

b. Pull out and lift up on the microprocessor release

lever to unlock the microprocessor connector.

c. Orient the microprocessor over the microprocessor

connector as shown in the following illustration.

Carefully press the microprocessor into the

connector.

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When you handle ESD-sensitive devices,

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