Figure 48. Installing the heat sink onto the processor
Next steps
1
Install the processor and heat sink module
.
2
3
Follow the procedure listed in
After working inside your system
.
Installing a processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor. The heat sink is necessary to
maintain proper thermal conditions.
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2
If installed, remove the CPU dust cover.
The procedure to remove the processor/DIMM blank is similar to that of the memory module.
Steps
1
Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board and then place the processor and heat sink module (PHM) on the
processor socket.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink
fins.
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Installing and removing system components
