Dell M14XR2 owner manual Replacing the Processor Module

Replacing the Processor Module

NOTE: If a new processor module is installed, you will receive a new thermal cooling assembly, which will include an affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with documentation to illustrate proper installation.

Procedure

1Align the pin-1 corner of the processor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

NOTE: The pin-1 corner of the processor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

2Place the processor module lightly in the ZIF socket and ensure that the processor module is positioned correctly.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screwdriver perpendicular to the processor module when turning the cam screw.

3Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor module to the system board.

Postrequisites

1Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 18 in "Replacing the System Board" on page 84.

2Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page13.

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