Next steps
1. Install the PCIe mezzanine card.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related References
Related tasks
Removing the PCIe mezzanine card
on page 71
Removing the Network Daughter Card
Installing the PCIe mezzanine card
on page 72
After working inside your system
on page 52
Processors
Your system supports one or two Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 or E5-2600 v4 product family processors.
CAUTION:
For processors of 105 W, 120 W, or 135 W, use heat sinks of 68 mm width.
NOTE:
Mixing processors of different wattages is not supported.
Use the following procedure when:
•
Removing and installing a heat sink
•
Installing an additional processor
•
Replacing a processor
NOTE:
To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor socket.
Related tasks
on page 87
on page 90
on page 91
Removing a heat sink
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow
the safety instructions that came with the product.
CAUTION:
Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the processor. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
NOTE:
The processor and heat sink can become extremely hot. Be sure the processor has had sufficient time to cool
before handling.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
4. Remove the cooling shroud.
Steps
1. Loosen the first screw that secures the heat sink to the system board.
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