SPARC T5-4 Server Service Manual

Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module

Processor modules and processor filler modules are cold-service components that can be replaced only after you power off the system. For the location of the modules, see Processor Module Locations.

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Caution  - The server can overheat if you leave the server running with the empty processor module slot open for longer than one minute. To ensure proper airflow, leave the faulty processor module installed if a replacement processor module or processor filler module is currently unavailable.

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Processor modules are cold-service components that can be replaced only by qualified service personnel.

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Caution  - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause failure of server components.

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1. Prepare the server for service.

   See Preparing for Service.

2. Locate the processor module in the server that you want to remove.
   • If you are replacing a faulty processor module, see Determine Which Processor Module Is Faulty to locate a faulty processor module.
   • If you are adding a processor module, remove the processor filler module in slot 1.
3. Squeeze the release latches together on the two extraction levers and pull the extraction levers out to disengage the processor module or processor filler module from the server.
   
4. Pull the processor module or processor filler module halfway out of the server, and close the levers.

   This protects the levers from damage while the module is outside the server.

   
   
5. Using two hands, completely remove the processor module or procssor filler module and place the module on an antistatic mat.

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   Caution  - Do not touch the connectors at the rear of the module.

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6. Determine your next step:
   • If you are replacing or installing DIMMs within the processor module, see Servicing DIMMs.
   • If you are replacing a faulty processor module, populate and install the replacement processor module:
     1. Remove all of the DIMMs from the faulty processor module, and set them in a safe place.

        See Remove a DIMM or DIMM Filler Panel.

     2. Install the DIMMs into the new processor module.

        See Install a DIMM.

     3. Install the processor module.

        See Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module.

   • If you are adding a second processor module to the server, return to Server Upgrade Process.

Related Information

• Processor Module Components

• Processor Module LEDs

• Server Upgrade Process

• Determine Which Processor Module Is Faulty

• Servicing DIMMs

• Install a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module

• Verify the Processor Module