Acer R720 Series manual Removing the CPU air dam, To remove the CPU air dam

44 3 System upgrade

Removing the CPU air dam

To remove the CPU air dam:

Important: Do not remove the CPU air dam if only one processor is installed. Do not remove the memory air deflector. If two processors are installed, remove the CPU air dam. If installing full- height DIMMs, remove the memory air deflector.

1Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions described on page 35.

2Turn the CPU air duct over (A).

3Slide the air dam’s slotted holes off the duct pins, then gently pull the air dam from the air duct (B).

Memory air deflector

4 Store it in a protective packaging.