HP HPE ProLiant DL325, Maintenance And Service Manual

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Replacing a processor
Prerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
• T-20 Torx screwdriver
• Thermal grease (Spare part number: 777298-001)
Procedure
1. Observe the following alerts.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor or system board, only authorized personnel should attempt to
replace or install the processor in this server.
CAUTION: If installing a processor with a faster speed, update the system ROM before installing the
processor.
To download firmware and view installation instructions, see the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support
Center website.
CAUTION: THE CONTACTS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. To avoid damage to the socket
or processor, do not touch the contacts.
2. Install the spare processor:
a. Hold the processor by its carrier handle and slide the processor into the rail frame until it engages with a click
sound.
b. Hold the lift tabs near the front end of the rail frame and pivot the rail frame to the closed position.
A click sound indicates that the rail frame is properly engaged.
Removal and replacement procedures
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