Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation
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When handling the processor, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive sur- face, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up.
Notes:
•Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- moving or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
•If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an
•Make sure to install the serverboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heatsinks.
•When receiving a serverboard without a processor
•Refer to the Supermicro web site for updates on CPU support.
Installing LGA1366 Processors
1.Starting with CPU1, press the socket clip to release the load plate, which covers the CPU socket, from its locked position.
2.Gently lift the socket clip to open the load plate.
3.Hold the plastic cap at its north and south center edges to remove it from the CPU socket.
Note: The photos on this page and succeeding pages are for illustration purposes only. They do not necessarily reflect the exact product(s) described in this manual.
Socket Clip | Load Plate |
Plastic Cap
Holding the north & south edges