User's Manual (1.0a)

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Chapter 3: Setup and Installation
Installing a Processor
WARNING: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the
label area.
WARNING: Always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding,
removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor
into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
Important! If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certified
multi-directional heatsink only.
WARNING: Make sure to install the system board into the chassis before you install the
CPU heatsink.
WARNING: When receiving a server board without a processor pre-installed, make sure
that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise,
contact your retailer immediately.
WARNING: Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support.
1. There are two load levers on the LGA2011 socket. To open the socket cover, first
press and release the load lever labeled 'Open 1st' (Figure 3-3).
2. Press the second load lever labeled 'Close 1st' to release the load plate that covers
the CPU socket from its locking position (Figure 3-4).
Figure 3-3. Open First Load Lever
Figure 3-4. Close First Load Lever
OPEN 1st
OPEN 1st
WARNING!
WARNING!
Press down on Load
Lever labeled 'Open
OPEN 1stOPEN 1st
WA R N I N G!WARNING!
OPEN 1stOPEN 1st
WA R N I N G!WARNING!
OPEN 1st
OPEN 1st
WARNING!
WARNING!
Press down on
Load the Lever
labeled 'Close 1st'
Pull lever away from the socket