Lenovo ThinkServer RS140 - Manual (Page 109)

CAUTION:
The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes
to let the server cool before removing the server cover.
Before you begin, print all the related instructions or ensure that you can view the PDF version on another
computer for reference.
Notes:
• Ensure that the new microprocessor is the correct type your server supports. See “Features” on page 7.
• Use any documentation that comes with the microprocessor option kit and follow those instructions in
addition to the instructions in this topic.
• Your microprocessor, socket, and socket cover might look slightly different from the illustrations in this
topic.
To replace the microprocessor, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the server. Then, disconnect all
power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the server.
2. If the server is installed in a rack cabinet, remove the server from the rack cabinet and place it on a flat,
clean, and static-protective surface.
3. Remove the server cover. See “Removing the server cover” on page 55.
4. Remove the fan duct. See “Removing and reinstalling the fan duct” on page 57.
5. Remove the heat sink. See “Replacing the heat sink” on page 94.
Chapter 6 . Installing, removing, or replacing hardware 97