Owners Manual

Figure 58. Installing the heat sink onto the processor

Next steps

1. Install the processor and heat sink module.

2. Install the air shroud.

3. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system on page 24.

Installing a processor and heat sink module

Prerequisites

CAUTION:

Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor. The heat

sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.

WARNING: The heat sink may be hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the

heat sink to cool before removing it.

1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions on page 23.

2. If installed, remove the processor/DIMM blank and CPU dust cover.

The procedure to remove the processor/DIMM blank is similar to that of the memory module.

Steps

1. Align the pin 1 indicator of the heat sink to the system board and then place the processor and heat sink module (PHM) on

the processor socket.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins.

NOTE: Ensure that the PHM is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the components.

2. Push the blue retention clips inward to allow the heat sink to drop into place.

3. Supporting the heat sink with one hand.

PowerEdge C4140 installing and removing system components