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Processor
Dell™ Vostro™ 320 Service Manual
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.
Removing the Processor
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1.Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2.Remove the front panel.
3.Remove the internal panel.
4.Remove the I/O cover.
5.Remove the hinged stand.
6.Remove the optical drive.
7.Remove the back cover.
8.Remove the back metal-shield.
9.Remove the
10.Remove the heat sink.
11.Release the processor cover:
a.Press the release lever down and out of the tab that secures it;
b.Lift the release lever to release the processor cover.
12.Lift the processor cover.
13.Carefully lift the processor straight up from the processor socket and place it on a clean, flat surface.
Replacing the Processor
To replace the processor, perform the above steps in reverse order.
