Dell PowerEdge FC430 Owner's Manual

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a. Identify the pin-1 corner of the processor by locating the tiny gold triangle on one corner of theprocessor. Place this corner in the same corner of the ZIF socket identified by a correspondingtriangle on the system board.b. Align the pin-1 corner of the processor with the pin-1 corner of the system board.c. Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positionedcorrectly, it engages easily into the socket.The sled uses a ZIF processor socket. Do not use force while installing the processor in the socketd. Close the processor shield.e. Rotate the socket-release lever 1 and lever 2 simultaneously until they are locked into position.Next stepsNOTE: Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessaryto maintain proper thermal conditions.1. Install the heat sink.2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.Related LinksRemoving a processor-and-DIMM blankInstalling a heat sinkInstalling a heat sinkPrerequisitesCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should onlyperform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or asdirected by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that isnot authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructionsthat came with the product.NOTE: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should beperformed only by Dell certified service technicians.1. Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.2. Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.3. Install the processor.4. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.NOTE: If you are installing a single processor, it must be installed in socket CPU 1.Steps1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a cleanlint-free cloth.2. Using the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit, apply the grease in a thin spiral onthe top of the processor as shown in the figure.CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contactwith and contaminating the processor socket.NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringeafter you use it.65