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Dell PowerEdge T320 Systems Owner's Manual

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Installing A Processor

  • CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
  1. If you are upgrading your system, download the latest system BIOS version from dell.com/support and follow the instructions included in the compressed download file to install the update on your system.
    • NOTE: You can update the system BIOS using the Lifecycle Controller.
  2. Unpack the new processor. If the processor has previously been used in a system, remove any remaining thermal grease from the processor using a lint-free cloth.
  3. Align the processor with the socket keys on the ZIF socket.
  4. To install the processor in the socket:
    • CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor. Be careful not to bend the pins in the socket.
    1. With the release lever on the processor socket in the open position, align the processor with the socket keys and set the processor lightly in the socket.
      • CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket.
    2. Close the processor shield.
    3. Rotate the socket release lever down until it snaps into place.
  5. Install the heat sink:
    • CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating the processor socket.
    1. If applicable, open the grease applicator included with your processor kit and apply all of the thermal grease in the applicator to the center of the topside of the new processor.
    2. Place the heat sink onto the processor.
    3. Tighten the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
      • NOTE: Do not over-tighten the heat sink retention screws when installing the heat sink. To prevent over-tightening, tighten the retention screw until resistance is felt, and stop once the screw is seated. The screw tension should be no more than 6 in-lb (6.9 kg-cm).
  6. Install the cooling shroud.
  7. Close the system.
  8. If applicable, place the system upright on a flat, stable surface and rotate the system feet outward.
  9. Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
  10. Press <F2> to enter the System Setup and check that the processor information matches the new system configuration.
  11. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.

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