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Removal and replacement procedures 34
IMPORTANT: Processor socket 1 must always be populated. If processor socket 1 is empty,
the server blade does not power up.
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server blade (on page 22).
2. Remove the server blade (on page 23).
3. Remove all hard drive blanks ("Hard drive blank" on page 25).
4. Remove all hard drives ("Hard drive" on page 25).
5. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 24).
6. Remove the front panel/hard drive cage assembly ("Front panel/hard drive cage assembly" on
page 31).
7. Remove the heatsink ("Heatsink" on page 31).
8. Open the processor retaining latch and the processor socket retaining bracket.
CAUTION: The pins on the processor socket are very fragile. Any damage to them may
require replacing the system board.