5Press down on the processor socket release lever, then pull the release lever upward to the fully open position. See Figure 3-23.

6Open the processor cover. See Figure 3-23.

7Lift the processor vertically out of the socket. Leave the processor cover and release lever in the open position so that the socket is ready for the new processor. See Figure 3-23.

Figure 3-23. Removing/Replacing the Processor

2

1

5

 

 

4

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

processor socket release

2

processor cover

3

pin-1 locators

 

lever

 

 

 

 

4

processor socket

5

processor

 

 

Installing a Processor

CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.

1Unpack the new processor and heat sink, if provided.

2Ensure that the processor socket release lever is in the fully open position.

3Align the pin 1 corners of the processor and socket. See Figure 3-23.

Installing System Components

 

81