Processor Overview

Socket components in the processor assembly have a pin 1 indicator to aid in assembly.

Figure showing SP5 processor components.
Callout Description

1

Pin 1 orientation

2

Force Frame Retention Screw (captive)

3

Rail Frame (socket stiffener frame)

4

Release Tabs (2x)

5

Force Frame (retention frame)

6

Processor Package (carrier frame holding preinstalled processor)

7

Heatsink Attachment Studs (6x)

External Cap

The external cap is used to protect the socket pins if the processor is not installed. The following figure shows the External Cap. Figure showing the External Cap.

Two processor sockets are located on the server motherboard.

Figure showing socket locations on the server motherboard assembly.