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Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-3
5-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation
The X6DLP-EG2 has two 479-pin PGA sockets that support Intel
® Xeon® LV or
ULV processors.
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Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor
package. Also, never place the serverboard on a conductive
surface. Always remove the power cord fi rst before adding,
removing or changing any hardware components.
Important: Make sure that you have installed the heatsink bracket(s) to the back of
the serverboard fi rst.
Tools needed: a fl at head screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver and thermal grease.
Installing the Processors
Pin 1 (no hole) Pin 1 (triangle)
CPU Socket
Align pin 1 of proces-
sor with pin 1 of the
CPU socket.
Processor
1. Locate the pin 1 locations on the
CPU socket and the processor as
shown in the pictures.
2. The CPU socket should come
in the unlocked position. To un-
lock the CPU socket, use a fl at
head screwdriver to turn the lock
mechanism counter-clockwise
until it cannot turn further.
3. Align pin 1 of the processor
with the pin 1 corner of the CPU
socket.
4. Once aligned, lower the pro-
cessor straight-down and into the
socket.
Warning: Do not brush the processor pins against the surface of the
socket or install it at an angle, which may bend or damage the pins.
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Lock