Dell E28S Series User Manual

2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Removing a processor
Before you begin
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 are shipped with your product.
Note: This is a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU). Removal and installation procedures should be
performed only by Dell certified service technicians.
Note: 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 by using the Dell Lifecycle Controller.
Note: To ensure proper system cooling, you must install a processor blank in any empty
processor socket.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
4. Remove the cooling shroud.
5. Remove the heat sink.
WARNING
The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered
down. Allow the processor to cool before removing it.
CAUTION The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release
lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
Procedure
1.
Release the open first socket lever near the unlock icon by pushing the lever down and
out from under the tab.
2.
Release the
close first socket release lever near the lock icon by pushing the lever down
and out from under the tab. Lift the lever 90 degrees upward.
3. Lower the open first socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.
4. Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the open first socket-
release lever lifts up.
CAUTION
The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not
to bend the pins in the socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
5. Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the open first socket-release lever up.
Note:
If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket
protective cap in the vacant socket to protect the socket pins and keep the socket free
of dust.
Installing and removing system components
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Dell E28S Series Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	E28S Series
Category	Server
Language	English