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Processor
Dell™ Vostro™ 420/220/220s Service Manual
Removing the Processor
Replacing the Processor
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTICE: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your system board. For information about contacting Dell, see Contacting Dell.
Removing the Processor
1.Follow the procedures in Before Working on Your Computer.
2.Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
3. Remove the processor heat sink/fan assembly from the computer (see Removing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly).
NOTE: Unless a new heat sink is required for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink/fan assembly when you replace the processor.
4.Push the release lever down and then press it outward to release it from the retention hook that secures it.
5.Raise the processor cover, if applicable.
1 | processor cover | 2 | processor |
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3 | socket | 4 | release lever |
5 | retention hook |
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NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
6. Lift the processor to remove it from the socket and place it into antistatic packaging.
Replacing the Processor
NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as on the back of the computer.
NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn on the computer.
1.Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor.