SUPER MICRO Computer 6014L-T Processor and Heatsink Installation, Installing the Processors

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

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Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor package. Also, never place the serverboard on a conductive surface. Always remove the power cord first before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.

The X6DLP-EG2 has two 479-pin PGA sockets that support Intel® Xeon® LV or ULV processors.

Important: Make sure that you have installed the heatsink bracket(s) to the back of the serverboard fi rst.

Tools needed: a fl at head screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver and thermal grease.

Installing the Processors

1.Locate the pin 1 locations on the CPU socket and the processor as shown in the pictures.

2.The CPU socket should come in the unlocked position. To un- lock the CPU socket, use a fl at head screwdriver to turn the lock mechanism counter-clockwise until it cannot turn further.

3.Align pin 1 of the processor with the pin 1 corner of the CPU socket.

4.Once aligned, lower the pro- cessor straight-down and into the socket.

CPU Socket Processor

Pin 1 (no hole)	Lock
	Pin 1 (triangle)

Align pin 1 of proces- sor with pin 1 of the CPU socket.

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Warning: Do not brush the processor pins against the surface of the socket or install it at an angle, which may bend or damage the pins.

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