Remove a Processor (FRU)

Before You Begin

• See Remove a Processor Heat Sink (FRU).

• Processor replacement tool model LGA2011 (green label) is required for this procedure.

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  Caution - Component damage. Use the correct processor replacement tool. Attempting to replace the processor using the incorrect tool could result in irreparable damage to the processor or the motherboard.

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1. Unpack the processor and processor removal/insertion tool from the replacement processor packaging.

   Leave the processor in the anti-static tray until it is ready to be installed.

   
   
2. Release the two processor pressure frame retaining levers by moving them to their fully open position.

   The levers are on the right and left side of the processor retaining frame and are held in place by a retaining clip.

   Disengage the levers by pushing each one down and moving levers slightly away from the processor.

   
   
3. Close the right side lever and lift the processor pressure frame up to the fully open position.
   
4. Push the removal/insertion button on the top of the tool.
   
5. Place the removal/insertion tool on top of the processor.
   
   1. Lower the tool into place over the processor socket.
   2. Ensure that the tool and processor key corners are aligned.
   3. As required, rotate the tool until the triangle on the side of the tool is facing the front of the server and it is over the left side of the processor socket when viewing the server from the front.
6. Click the tab on the removal/insertion tool to secure the tool to the processor.

   Press the release lever on the tool to release the center button and engage the processor. An audible click indicates that the processor is engaged.

   
   
7. Lift the processor out of the socket while it is still attached to the removal/insertion tool.
   
8. Turn the tool upside down and verify that it contains the processor.
   
9. Hold the processor by its edges and press the center button on the tool to release the processor.
   
10. Lift the processor out of the tool and place contact side down on an anti-static mat.
11. Clean the thermal compound off the top of the processor using an alcohol wipe.
12. Follow the procedure for the return or the disposal of the processor.

Next Steps

• Install a Processor (FRU)