SUPER MICRO Computer SERIES3800 Installing the Processor and Heat Sink, Installation Procedure

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

5-5 Installing the Processor and Heat Sink

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Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor package. Always remove the power cord first before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.

Notes: Always connect the power cord last and remove it before adding, remov- ing or changing any components. Make sure to install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heat sink.

Intel's boxed Xeon CPU package contains the CPU fan and heat sink assembly. If you buy the CPUs separately, use only Intel-certified heat sinks and fans.

Make sure to install the heat sink backplate and the serverboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heat sink and fan (see below).

Inspect the CPU socket and make sure that the CPU plastic cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent. Otherwise, contact the retailer immediately.

All graphics shown in this manual are for reference only. The components that came with your serverboard may or may not look exactly the same as the pictures shown in this manual.

Installation Procedure

For proper system setup, please follow the procedures in the order given below:

1.Install the heat sink backplate into the chassis if needed

2.Install the serverboard into the chassis.

3.Install the CPU(s).

4.Install the heat sink or/and cooling fans (if any).

5.Connect fan and power cables.

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