Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only
be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation,
or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are
shipped with your product.
NOTE: This
is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures
should be performed only by Dell certified service technicians.
NOTE: If you are upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS
version from Dell.com/support and follow the instructions included
in the compressed download file to install the update on your system.
NOTE: You can update the system BIOS by using the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
NOTE: To ensure proper
system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty processor
socket.
- Follow the safety guidelines listed
in the Safety instructions section.
- Follow the procedure listed in the
Before working inside your system section.
- Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver
ready.
- If installed,
remove the full-length PCIe card(s).
- Remove the cooling shroud.
- Remove the
heat sink.
WARNING: The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has
been powered down. Allow the processor to cool before removing it.
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware
that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.