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Figure 7-6. Installing a DIMM

4.Continue with step 5 of the previous subsection, “Performing a Memory Upgrade.”

Removing a DIMM

To remove a DIMM, press down and outward on the ejectors on each end of the DIMM socket until the DIMM pops out of the socket (Figure 7-7).

press down and out

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Figure 7-7. Removing a DIMM

Installing a Microprocessor Upgrade

The microprocessor is installed in a zero insertion force (ZIF) socket on the system board to allow you to easily upgrade your system with a more powerful microprocessor as your computing needs increase. Use the following procedure to remove the old microprocessor and install the upgrade.

The following items are included in a microprocessor upgrade kit:

The new microprocessor chip

A new heat sink

A new heat sink clip

A new snap-in badge

NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowl- edgeable person perform this procedure.

1.Remove the computer cover according to the instructions in “Removing the Computer Cover” in Chapter 6.

CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electro- static Discharge” in the safety instructions at the front of this guide.

2.Remove the system board assembly according to the instructions in “Removing the System Board Assembly” in Chapter 6.

Lay the system board assembly on a flat work sur- face so you can easily access the microprocessor and heat sink assembly.

3.Remove the metal clip that secures the heat sink to the microprocessor socket.

CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a microprocessor unless you intend to remove the microprocessor. The heat sink is necessary to main- tain proper thermal conditions.

WARNING: The microprocessor chip and heat sink can get extremely hot. Be sure the microprocessor has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

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