Acer AT310 F1 - Manual (Page 62)

3 System upgrades 44
Upgrading the processor
Processor configuration guidelines
The server supports a single LGA 1156 processor socket supporting Intel
Xeon 3400 series or Pentium and i3 series processors. The supplied
processor may be upgraded.
Observe the following guidelines when replacing or installing a
processor.
•
The CPU socket must always be populated. If no processor is
installed in this socket, the system will fail to boot.
• Before removing the processor, make sure to back up all important
system files.
• Handle the processor and the heatsink fan assembly carefully.
Damage to either may prevent the system from functioning
properly.
Replacing the processor
Warning! The processor becomes very hot when the system is on.
Allow it to cool off first before handling.
1 Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
2 Remove the side panel described on page 36.
3 Lay the server on its side (components showing).
4 Remove the heatsink fan assembly (see "Removing the heatsink
fan assembly" on page 41).
5 Remove the default processor.
(1) Press down on the load lever then release out of the retention
tab.