NOTE:
It is normal for the heat sink to slip off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially
loosened, continue to loosen the screw(s).
2
Pushing both blue retention clips simultaneously, lift the processor and heat sink module (PHM) out of the system.
3
Set the PHM aside with the processor side facing up.
Figure 21. Removing a processor and heat sink module
Removing the processor from the processor and heat sink
module
Prerequisites
NOTE:
Only remove the processor from the processor and heat sink module if you are replacing the processor or heat sink. This
procedure is not required when replacing a system board.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2
Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your system
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3
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4
Remove the processor and heat sink module
Steps
1
Place the heat sink with the processor side facing up.
2
Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the release slot marked with a yellow label. Twist (do not pry) the screwdriver to break the thermal
paste seal.
3
Push the retaining clips on the processor bracket to unlock the bracket from the heat sink.
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