4
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1
If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth.
2
Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor.
CAUTION:
Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the
processor socket.
NOTE:
The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.
Figure 58. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor
1
processor
2
thermal grease
3
thermal grease syringe
3
Place the heat sink onto the processor.
4
Tighten one of the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
5
Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
Next steps
1
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your appliance section.
2
While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the processor information matches the new appliance configuration.
3
Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.
Power supply units
Your appliance supports one of the following:
•
Two 1100 W AC PSUs
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