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10.Note the orientation of the new microprocessor. Hold the new microprocessor by its edges and align the notches 1 on it with the tabs 2 in the microprocessor socket. Then, carefully lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket.
Note: The small triangle 3 on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator. The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator faces the beveled corner 4 of the microprocessor socket.
Figure 41. Installing the microprocessor
11. Pivot the microprocessor retainer downward to close the retainer.