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Silver IBM CPU heatsink for BladeCenter HX5 server

IBM Refurbished

IBM 68Y7864 CPU Heatsink for BladeCenter HX5 server accessory

SKU CH-1MHV-F2QS8 MPN 68Y7864

Refurbished CPU heatsink for IBM BladeCenter HX5 servers, part number 68Y7864

  • Product colorSilver
  • Genuine IBM cooling designed for BladeCenter HX5 servers
  • Part number 68Y7864 ensures exact fit and compatibility
  • Refurbished unit tested to meet original thermal specifications
  • Silver aluminium construction dissipates heat efficiently from the CPU

Heatsink for BladeCenter HX5

This refurbished IBM heatsink, part number 68Y7864, provides CPU cooling for BladeCenter HX5 servers. The silver-finished unit weighs 5.1 and carries manufacturer ASIN B00ZSQLEAQ0. It serves as a direct replacement thermal component for the specified blade platform.

Compatibility and use cases

This part suits administrators maintaining existing BladeCenter HX5 infrastructure who need a certified cooling module. It does not suit buyers seeking a universal heatsink for other server chassis, builders requiring active fan assemblies, or teams deploying newer blade generations not validated for this part.

How it compares

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Price $61.99
Cheaper than about 56% of the 1,119 comparable items (median $74.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Product typeOther
Product colorSilver
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size152 × 152 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the 68Y7864 heatsink on a BladeCenter HX5 blade, and what step is often missed?

Remove the blade, release the retention lever, align the heatsink with the CPU socket, press evenly until the lever locks, then reinstall the blade. The step often missed is confirming the lever fully engages before powering on.

What maintenance or replacement will the 68Y7864 heatsink need over time?

Inspect the thermal interface material between the heatsink and CPU during scheduled server maintenance. Replace the compound if it appears dried or uneven, and reseat the heatsink to maintain optimal thermal contact.

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