Acer R500 manual Removing and installing the CPU, Removing the CPU

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Removing and installing the CPU

The Intel Tualatin processor comes in a FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array) 370-pin package. The FC-PGA package is designed for the new breed of sleek, high performance, small form factor PCs.

The mainboard supports an Intel Tualatin processor running at 1/133 to 1.26/133 MHz, and future generations of Pentium CPUs.

Caution: Always observe the ESD precautions when installing or removing a system component. Refer to the “Installation precautions” on page 35.

Removing the CPU

Follow these steps to remove a CPU:

1Remove the system cover. See page 37 for more detailed instructions.

2Locate the CPU socket on your mainboard.

3Disconnect the 3-pin and 2-pin heatsink cables from the mainboard.

4Release the heatsink metal bracket by pressing the hook (1). Unhook one side of the heatsink metal bracket (2) and gently lift it before removing the other side (3).

5Gently press the socket lever down to release the lever and then pull it up to a 90° angle (5). Carefully remove the CPU (6).