How to Remove and Replace an X6240 CPU:ATR:2270:1

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Update Date:	2016-01-20
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Solution 1333612.1 : How to Remove and Replace an X6240 CPU:ATR:2270:1

Applies to:

Sun Blade X6240 Server Module - Version Not Applicable and later
Sun Blade 6000 System - Version Not Applicable and later
Sun Blade 6048 System - Version Not Applicable and later
Information in this document applies to any platform.

Goal

How to Remove and Replace an X6240 CPU

Fix

CAP PROBLEM OVERVIEW: Service CPU

DISPATCH INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT SKILLS DOES THE ENGINEER NEED:(IS A SITE ENGINEER AVAILABLE?)
Field engineer skills.

TASK COMPLEXITY: 1

TIME ESTIMATE: 60 minutes

FIELD ENGINEER INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT STATE SHOULD THE SYSTEM BE IN TO BE READY TO PERFORM THE RESOLUTION ACTIVITY? :

* Orderly shutdown of applications on server.
* Full backup is recommended as a precaution.
* Shutdown of OS and power down of server.
* Remove the server from the chassis and put it on maintenance position.

Caution – Do not operate the system with empty slots. Always insert a filler panel into an empty slot to reduce the possibility of system shut down.

WHAT ACTION DOES THE ENGINEER NEED TO TAKE:

* Remove the main cover
* Press the fault indicator button on the motherboard to illuminate the LED for the
CPU that has failed.
* Identify which CPU and heatsink you are replacing.
- LED is off: CPU is OK.
- LED is lit (amber): CPU has encountered a voltage or heat error condition.
* Remove the CPU and heatsink from the motherboard
* Hold down on the top of the heatsink to prevent it from tipping unevenly while you alternately loosen the four spring-loaded mounting screws that secure the heatsink to the motherboard. Turn the screws 180 degrees at a time, and then remove the screws when they are detached.
* Twist the heatsink slightly to lift it off the board. Turn the heatsink upside down and allow the spring in each of the four mounting holes to fall out into your hand.
* Pull the CPU socket lever slightly away from the socket.
- Pivot the lever up, into the fully open position.
- Open the hinged plate that covers the CPU until it is in the fully open position.
- Lift the CPU out of the socket, leaving the lever and plate in the open position.
* Install the new CPU, or reinstall the existing CPU.
- If you are reinstalling the existing CPU, use an alcohol pad to clean all the old thermal grease from the component surface.
- Ensure that the CPU socket release lever and retainer plate are in the fully open position.
- Align the CPU in the socket. Use the alignment keys in the CPU socket to match the alignment notches on the sides of the CPU.
- Gently set the CPU onto the pins in the socket.
- When the CPU is fully seated in the socket, pivot the hinged retainer plate down onto the top of the CPU.
- Pivot the release lever down and into the locked position, at the side of the socket.
* Install the heat sink. Apply thermal grease to it. Carefully position and align the heatsink over the CPU.
* Reinstall back cover.
* Return the server back to operation.

OBTAIN CUSTOMER ACCEPTANCE

WHAT ACTION DOES THE CUSTOMER NEED TO TAKE TO RETURN THE SYSTEM TO AN OPERATIONAL STATE:

* Login into SP and validate CPUs are seen or via IPMItool.
* Bring up system and check all CPUs are visible.

PARTS NOTE:

REFERENCE INFORMATION:

Sun Blade X6240 Server Module Service Manual

http://download.oracle.com/docs/cd/E19045-01/blade.x6240/820-3971-11/index.html

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