Dell 410 manual Removing the Processor

7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

Processor

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.

Removing the Processor

1.Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

3.If your computer includes a card retention mechanism to secure the x16 card, press the release tab downward gently and then pivot the mechanism upward.

4.Unhook the floppy drive cable from clips on processor shroud and move it out of the way.

1	heat-sink screws (2)	2	ribbon cable clips (2)	3	release tab
4	card retention mechanism	5	card retention door

5. Use a long Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws, one on each side of the plastic heat- sink assembly shield.

CAUTION: The heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

6. Rotate the heat-sink assembly toward the rear of the computer, and remove it from the computer.