Dell PowerEdge R740xd2 EMC Installation and Service Manual - Page 100
Steps, Ensure that the processor bracket is placed in the tray after you remove it from the heat sink.
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3. Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals. 4. Open the drive bays, remove all drives, and then close the drive bays. 5. Remove the power supply units. 6. Remove the system from the rack and place it on an ESD work bench. For more information, see the Rail Installation Guide available at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals. 7. Remove the system cover. 8. Remove the air shroud. 9. If installed, remove the rear drive cage. 10. If installed, remove the risers. 11. Remove a processor and heat sink module. Steps 1. Place the heat sink with the processor side facing up. 2. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the release slot marked with a yellow label. Twist (do not pry) the screwdriver to break the thermal grease seal. 3. Push the retaining clips on the processor bracket to release the bracket from the heat sink. Figure 76. Loosening the processor bracket 4. Lift the processor bracket away from the heat sink, and place the processor connector side down on the processor tray. 5. Flex the outer edges of the bracket to release the bracket from the processor. NOTE: Ensure that the processor bracket is placed in the tray after you remove it from the heat sink. 100 Installing and removing system components
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