Owners Manual

Figure 19. Removing a processor or DIMM blank
a. processor or DIMM blank
b. heat sink retention socket (4)
c. standoff (4)
Next steps
1. Install the processor and the heat sink.
2. Ensure that you install the processor or DIMM blank when you have removed a processor permanently.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related references
Safety instructions on page 53
Related tasks
Installing a processor on page 93
Installing a processor or DIMM blank on page 71
Before working inside your system on page 53
After working inside your system on page 54
Installing a processor or DIMM blank
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
NOTE: You must remove processor or DIMM blank when installing two processors or to service other components inside
the system.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Your system does not have processor or heat sink installed.
Installing and removing server module components
71