Installing the processor heatsink assembly

Prerequisites
Before installing this option, ensure that you have the following:

  • The components included with the hardware option kit

  • T-30 Torx screwdriver

Procedure
  1. Identify the processor, heatsink, and socket module components.
  2. Review the processor cautions.
  3. If installed, remove the front bezel.
  4. Power down the server.
  5. Remove all power:
    1. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
    2. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
  6. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
  7. Do one of the following:
  8. Remove the access panel.
  9. Remove the air baffle.
  10. Install the processor heatsink assembly:
    1. Locate and align the Pin 1 indicator on the processor frame and the socket.
    2. Align the processor heatsink assembly with the heatsink alignment posts and gently lower it down until it sits evenly on the socket.
      The heatsink alignment posts are keyed. The processor will only install one way.

      A standard heatsink is shown, your heatsink might look different.


      Installing the processor heatsink assembly
      CAUTION: Be sure to tighten each heatsink nut fully in the order indicated. Otherwise, boot failure or intermittent shutdowns might occur.
    3. Using a T-30 Torx screwdriver, tighten the nuts until they stop.

      Tightening the heatsink nuts
  11. Install the air baffle.
  12. Install the access panel.
  13. Install the server into the rack.
  14. Connect all peripheral cables to the server.
  15. Connect each power cord to the server.
  16. Connect each power cord to the power source.
  17. Power up the server.
  18. If Intel Xeon Gold 6244 Processors are installed, enable the enhanced cooling function.
  19. If removed, install the front bezel.

The installation is complete.