IBM System x3750 M4 Type 8733, Installation And Service Manual

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e. Twist the handle on the microprocessor tool counterclockwise to insert the
microprocessor into the socket. The microprocessor rests flush on the
socket only if it is properly installed.
Note:
v
Do not press the microprocessor into the socket.
v
Make sure that the microprocessor is oriented and aligned correctly in
the socket before you close the microprocessor bracket frame.
Installation
tool
Microprocessor
Handle
f. Remove the microprocessor installation tool.
g. Close the microprocessor bracket frame.
h. Carefully close the microprocessor release levers to the closed position to
secure the microprocessor in the socket. Make sure that you close the
release lever on the left; then, close the release lever on the right.
3. Reinstall the heat sink:
a. Use an alcohol wipe to remove the thermal grease from bottom of the heat
sink (see “Replaceable server components” on page 195 for the alcohol
wipes part number).
b. Apply new thermal grease to the top of the microprocessor (see “Thermal
grease” on page 277 for instructions on how to apply thermal grease to the
top of the microprocessor).
Attention: Do not touch the thermal grease. Touching the thermal grease
will contaminate it.
c. Align the heat sink on the top of the microprocessor.
d. Lower the heat sink and press down firmly on the heat sink.
e. Align the captive screws on the heat sink with the holes on the heat-sink
retention module.
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