Intel SERVER SYSTEM SR2500AL - Manual (Page 54)

32 Intel® Server System SR2500AL User’s Guide
Figure 21. Installing the Server System Cover
Removing and Installing the Processor Air Duct
Always operate your server system with the processor air duct in place. The air duct is
required for proper airflow within the server system.
For instructions on adding or replacing a processor, first remove the processor air duct,
and then see your server board user guide for instructions on processor installations and
removals. Return to these instructions to reinstall the processor air duct after installing
your processor and heat sink.
Removing the Processor Air Duct
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See " “Safety
Information” .
2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable.
3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see
“Removing the System
Cover” .
4. Lift the processor air duct from its location over the two processor sockets.
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