Sun Microsystems Sun Fire V20z - Manual (Page 84)

4-32 Sun Fire V20z Server User Guide • March 2004
5. Unfasten the two securing screws and remove the heatsink securing clip.
FIGURE 4-43 Removing the Securing Clip and Heatsink
6. Twist the heatsink slightly to the right or left, in order to break the seal with the
thermal grease.
7. Lift the heatsink away from the CPU.
Note – The heatsink can become extremely hot. Be sure it has had sufficient time to
cool before handling.
8. Place the heatsink upside down on a flat surface to prevent the thermal grease
from contaminating other components.
9. Pull the socket release lever up to the fully open, perpendicular position.
10. Lift the CPU out of the socket, leaving the release lever in the open position.
FIGURE 4-44 Removing a CPU from its Socket