Apple Xserve Intel (Late 2006) DIY Procedure for Rear ID Tab - Manual (Page 15)

Xserve (Late 2006) Rear ID Tab Replacement Instructions 15
Clean off any existing thermal grease on the left (CPU B) processor heat sink using the
alcohol wipes provided with the thermal grease. Keep the package that the wipes came in
for use later.
Release the latch on the metal processor holder for the left processor (CPU B).
Rotate the top of the holder to the open position.
Carefully lift the processor out of the holder.
Important: When removing or installing a processor, always hold the processor by the edges.
Be extremely careful not to touch the gold pins on the bottom of the processor, as this type
of connector is very sensitive to contamination. Also be careful not to touch the gold pins in
the processor socket on the logic board.
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