HP DL380 G7 - Manual (Page 40)

Hardware options installation 40
6. Open the heatsink retaining bracket, and then remove the processor blank.
CAUTION: The pins on the processor socket are very fragile. Any damage to them may require
replacing the system board.
CAUTION: Failure to completely open the processor locking lever prevents the processor from
seating during installation, leading to hardware damage.
7. Open the processor locking lever and the processor socket retaining bracket. Do not remove the
processor socket cover.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the processor remains inside the processor installation tool.