Alienware M14XR2 owner manual Removing the Processor Module

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Processor Module

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Removing the Processor Module

Prerequisites

1Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 7 in "Removing the System Board" on page 81.

Procedure

CAUTION: To prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket and the processor when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight pressure to the centre of the processor while turning the cam screw.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.

1To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.

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