Apple Processor Personal Computer User Manual


 
Xserve Processor -
6
3. Using the thermal grease included with the replacement processor, apply one dot of
fresh grease to the middle of the MPU (or both MPUs if the server is a dual
processor).
WARNING:
Before reinstalling the heatsink, you must be sure to apply thermal
grease to the MPU.
4. Spread the grease evenly across the MPU(s) to a thickness of approximately 1 mm.
5. Carefully align the posts on the heatsink with the holes in the processor card, and
lower the heatsink straight down onto the processor.
6. To ensure the grease spreads evenly over the processor, lightly tighten the screws in
the order indicated.
(Figure 7)
7. Again tighten the screws in the order indicated to affix the heatsink securely to the
processor.
Figure 7
8. Replace the heatsink duct on the heatsink.