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Processor
Removing the Processor
Replacing the Processor
WARNING: 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.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer.
CAUTION: To prevent intermittent contact between the
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver such that it is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.
Removing the Processor
1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2.Remove the system board (see Removing the System Board).
3.Remove the processor heat sink assembly (see Removing the Processor Heat Sink Assembly).
CAUTION: When removing the processor, pull it straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor.
CAUTION: To prevent intermittent contact between the
4.To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small,
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5. Use a processor extraction tool to remove the processor.