Installing a Processor
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
NOTE: When installing only one processor, the processor must be installed in the processor0 (for the socket location, see “System Board Connectors” on page 164).
NOTE: If you are upgrading your processors, prior to upgrading your system, download and install the latest system BIOS version from support.dell.com. Follow the instructions included in the file download to install the update on your system.
1Unpack the processor if it has not been used previously.
If the processor has already been used, remove any thermal grease from the top of the processor using a
2Align the processor with the socket keys on the ZIF socket. See Figure
CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor. Be careful not to bend the pins in the ZIF socket.
3With the release lever on the processor socket in the open position, align the processor with the socket keys and set the processor lightly in the socket. See Figure
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket.
4Close the processor shield.
5Rotate the socket release lever down until it snaps into place.
6Using a clean
7Apply thermal grease evenly to the center of the top of the new processor.
94 Installing System Components
