Cisco Systems UCS C420 manual CPU Retaining Latches

Chapter 3 Maintaining the Server

Installing or Replacing Server Components

Figure 3-14 CPU Retaining Latches

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CPU retaining latch,		3	Hinged CPU cover plate
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Step 5 Remove a protective cap from the socket (if present).

If you are installing a new CPU to a socket that was shipped empty, the socket has a protective cap that is intended to prevent bent contact pins. If you are removing an old CPU instead, skip to Step 6.

Use the tool as shown in Figure 3-15to grasp the protective cap and then pivot to remove the cap.

Figure 3-15 Protective Cap Removal Tool

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