Gigabyte R163-Z30-AAB1, User Manual

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System Hardware Installation
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3-4 Installing the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing
the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Unplug all cables from the power outlets.
• Disconnect all telecommunication cables from their ports.
• Place the system unit on a flat and stable surface.
• Open the system according to the instructions.
WARNING!
Failure to properly turn off the server before you start installing components may cause serious
damage. Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a
qualified service technician.
Follow these instructions to install the CPU:
1. Loosen the captive screw securing the CPU cover.
2. Flip open the CPU cover.
3. Remove the CPU carrier from the CPU frame using the handle on the CPU carrier.
4. Using the handle on the CPU carrier insert the new CPU carrier with CPU installed into the CPU
frame.
NOTE : Ensure the CPU is installed in the CPU carrier in the correct orientation, with the triangle on
the CPU aligned to the top left corner of the CPU carrier.
5. Flip the CPU frame with CPU installed into place in the CPU socket.
6. Flip the CPU cover into place over the CPU socket.
7. Tighten the CPU cover screw to secure the CPU cover in place.
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