Dell 690 manual Removing the Processor

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Dell Precision™ Workstation 690 User's Guide

Removing the Processor

Installing the Processor

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

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

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.

CAUTION: Your computer is heavy (it has an approximate minimum weight of 55 lbs) and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or tilt it; this computer requires a two-man lift. Always lift correctly to avoid injury; avoid bending over while lifting. See your Product Information Guide for other important safety information.

CAUTION: The computer stand should be installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability. Failure to install the stand could result in the computer tipping over, potentially resulting in bodily injury or damage to the computer.

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

3.Loosen the captive thumbscrews that secure the memory shroud and lift it away from the computer.

4.Lift the memory fan away from the computer to access the heatsink screws.

1memory shroud

2thumbscrews (2)

3memory fan (only present on computers without memory riser cards)

NOTE: To loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly, you need a long Phillips screwdriver.

5. Loosen the two captive screws on each side of the heat-sink assembly.

CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat-sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

6. Rotate the heat-sink assembly upward, and remove it from the computer.