NOTE:
Ensure that the PHM module is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the components.
2
Push the blue retention clips inward to allow the heat sink to drop into place.
3
Using the #Torx T30 screwdriver, tighten one screw at a time.
NOTE:
Ensure that the screw is tightened completely before moving onto the next screw.
NOTE:
The processor and heat sink module retention screws should not be tightened to more than 0.13 kgf-m (1.35 N.m
or 12 in-lbf).
Figure 43. Installing a processor and heat sink module
Next steps
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Follow the procedure listed in
After working inside your system
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Expansion cards and expansion card risers
An expansion card in the system is an add-on card that can be inserted into an expansion slot on the system board or riser card to add
enhanced functionality to the system through the expansion bus.
NOTE:
A System Event Log (SEL) event is logged if an expansion card riser is not supported or missing. It does not prevent your
system from turning on but, F1/F2 pause occurs and an error message is displayed.
Expansion bus specifications
The PowerEdge R640 system supports PCI express (PCIe) generation 3 expansion cards, which are installed on the system, using
expansion card risers. This system supports 1A, 2A, 1B, and 2B expansion card risers.
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