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9.
Remove the air
shroud.
10. If installed,
remove the
11. If installed, remove the processor dust cover.
Steps
1. Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board and then place the processor and heat sink module (PHM) on the
processor socket.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins.
NOTE:
Ensure that the PHM 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 be lowered into place.
3. Using the Torx #T30 screwdriver, tighten the screws on the heat sink in the order below:
a) Partially tighten the first screw (approximately 3 turns).
b) Tighten the second screw completely.
c) Return to the first screw and tighten it completely.
If the PHM slips off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially tightened, follow these steps to secure the PHM:
a. Loosen both the heat sink screws completely.
b. Lower the PHM on to the blue retention clips, following the procedure described in step 2.
c. Secure the PHM to the system board, following the replacement instructions listed in step 3.
Figure 66. Installing the processor and heat sink module
Next steps
1. If removed,
install the
risers.
2.
3.
Install the air
shroud.
4. Install the
system
cover.
5. Place the system into the rack. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide at www.dell.com/xcseriesmanuals.
6.
Open the drive
bays, install
7. Install the
power supply
8. Follow the procedure listed in
risers.
all
drives, and then
close the drive
units.
After working inside your
bays.
system.
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