Dell DCMA owner manual Installing the Processor, 148

Installing the Processor

NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 97.

NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you unpack the processor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the processor.

2Unpack the new processor, being careful not to bend any of the processor pins.

3Extend the release lever on the socket fully.

NOTICE: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn on the computer.

4Align the pin-1 corner of the processor and socket.

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1	processor pin-1 indicator	2	processor
3	release lever	4	socket

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Removing and Installing Parts