ACE088
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Rev Date: 9.21.2021
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Processor
4.
Location: The processor is found on the motherboard of the server. As shown in the photo
below, the processor is located under the heat sink. The heatsink can look more like a fin type
thermal transfer device, or a rotating fan with a thermal transfer plate. There can be more than
one processor per motherboard, generally between 1- 4.
Type and number of fastenings: Four (4) T30 Torx screws.
Tools required: Screwdriver with T30 Torx bit.
Procedure: Remove the screws in the sequence of 4, then 3, then 2, then 1, as marked in the
illustration below. After removing the screws, lift the processor heatsink module off the
processor socket. Unsnap corners A and B, then C and D of the latch. Push the latch out from the
bottom.
Selective Treatment/Special Handling Per Annex VII, Directive 2012/19/EU: Any printed circuit
boards within the processor must be removed separately from the processor and shall be
disposed or recovered in compliance with Directive 2008/98/EC.