Adding or replacing a microprocessor – Dell PowerEdge 6600 User Manual

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The following items are included in the microprocessor upgrade kit:

l

A microprocessor

l

A heat sink

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A VRM, if you are adding additional microprocessors

Adding or Replacing a Microprocessor

1.

 

Remove the microprocessor tray (see "

Removing the Microprocessor Tray

").

2.

 

Place the microprocessor tray on a flat surface.

3.

 

While holding the tab on the side release lever, rotate the lever up until the cover is released from the side of the enclosure (see

Figure 6

-12

).

Figure 6-12. Removing and Replacing the Microprocessor Cover

 

4.

 

While holding the front release lever, rotate the lever up until the cover is released from the front of the enclosure (see

Figure 6

-12

).

5.

 

Remove the cover.

6.

 

Remove the heat sink (see

Figure 6

-12

).

7.

 

Pull the socket release lever straight up until the microprocessor is released (see

Figure 6

-13

).

Figure 6-13. Removing and Replacing the Microprocessor

 

NOTE:

A microprocessor and VRM must be installed in the CPU1 and VRM1 sockets, respectively. To identify CPU1 and VRM1 sockets, see

Figure A

-4

.

NOTICE:

If a microprocessor socket does not have a microprocessor installed, a heat sink blank must be installed for that socket.

CAUTION:

Before you perform this procedure, you must turn off the system and disconnect it from its power source. For more information, see

"

Safety First—For You and Your System

" in "Troubleshooting Your System."

NOTICE:

See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions in your System Information document.

CAUTION:

The microprocessor and heat sink can become extremely hot. Be sure the microprocessor has had sufficient time to cool before

handling.

NOTICE:

Never remove the heat sink from a microprocessor unless you intend to remove the microprocessor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain

proper thermal conditions.

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