Sun Microsystems Sun Fire X2100 M2, Service Manual

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4-40 Sun Fire X2100 M2 Server Service Manual • December 2006
4.5.12.2 Installing a CPU and Heatsink
Follow these steps to install a CPU and heatsink if you are replacing a CPU.
Caution – Observe the appropriate ESD precautions in Section 4.2.1, “ESD
Precautions” on page 4-2 when handling the CPU.
1. Unpack the new CPU.
2. Ensure that the socket release lever is in the fully open, perpendicular position
and the CPU cover is open (see
FIGURE 4-34
).
3. Align the small triangle, on the upper left corner of the CPU, with the triangle on
the corner of the socket.
FIGURE 4-34
Installing the CPU
4. Insert the CPU into the socket.
Caution – If the CPU is correctly aligned, you should be able to easily insert the
CPU into the socket. If you feel more than minimal resistance, stop and recheck the
alignment. Forcing a misaligned CPU into the socket can permanently damage the
device.