Upgrading Your System 4-19Removing ProcessorsTo remove a processor:1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed under General Informationand Static Precautions at the beginning of this chapter.2. Perform the steps in "Preparing Your System for Upgrade" described earlierin this chapter.3. Extend the server out from the rack.4. Remove the top cover of the system chassis. See Top Cover Removal foundearlier in this chapter.! CAUTIONFor proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the systemwith the top cover removed. Always replace the top coverbefore powering on the system.5. Lift up on the plastic processor air duct and remove it from the server. SeeFigure 4-12.! WARNINGIf the system was running, any processor and heat sinkinstalled is hot. To avoid the possibility of a burn, let thecomponents cool for 10 minutes before continuing with theseprocedures.6. Remove both heat sink clips as follows: Slide one of the two heat sink clips to one side to partially releasetension of the clip over the tab. See Figure 4-18, A. Depending onthe tension of the clip, very little motion may be felt. Insert a flat blade screwdriver or the provided tool (Figure 4-18, B)into the slot at the end of the heat sink clip.
