Apple Xserve (Early 2008) DIY Procedure for Thermal Grease Kit - Manual (Page 3)

Xserve (Late 2006/Early 2008) Thermal Grease Kit Instructions 3
Opening the Xserve
Loosen the thumbscrews at the back of the top cover and slide the cover back and up to remove
it. If you have difficulty removing the cover, check the enclosure lock on the front panel.
Warning: Even after you shut down the Xserve, its internal components can be very hot. Let
it cool before you open it.
Important: To minimize the possibility of damage to Xserve components due to static discharge,
wear an antistatic wrist strap, if possible, while you work inside the Xserve.
Unscrew the two
captive thumbscrews.
Slide the cover back and lift it off.
Removing the Processor Heat Sinks
Note: Before removing the processor heat sinks, you must remove the airflow duct.
Airflow Duct
Loosen the five Phillips screws that fasten the airflow duct to the fan array. 1.
Pull up on either side of the airflow duct, and lift it straight up and out of the Xserve. 2.
Caution: Try not to completely remove the screws from the airflow duct. Tiny black rubber
washers hold these screws captive on the underside of the airflow duct. If the screws are
completely removed, these washers can easily fall into the enclosure and become lost.