Dell PowerEdge XE9680 Installation And Service Manual

Figure 119. Installing the retaining clip3. Align the processor with retaining clip, by using your fingers press the retaining clip on all the four sides until it clicks intoplace.NOTE: Ensure that the processor is securely latched to the retaining clip.Figure 120. Press the retaining clip on the four sides4. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth.5. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral design on the bottom ofthe heat sink.Installing and removing system components 149