1. Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor.

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.

2.If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.

3.Orient the front and rear alignment notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment notches on the socket.

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

1

processor cover

6

release lever

 

 

 

 

2

tab

7

front alignment notch

 

 

 

 

3

processor

8

socket and processor pin-1 indicator

 

 

 

 

4

processor socket

9

rear alignment notch

 

 

 

 

5

center cover latch

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the processor.

5.Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly.

6.When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.

Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the center cover latch on the socket.

7.Pivot the socket release lever back toward the socket and snap it into place to secure the processor.

NOTICE: If you are not installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.

If you installed a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the original heat sink assembly and processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent.

8.Install the heat sink and fan shroud assembly:

a.Place the heat sink and fan shroud assembly back onto the heat sink assembly bracket.

b.Rotate the heat sink and fan shroud assembly down towards the computer base and tighten the two capture screws.

NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink is correctly seated and secure.

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Dell 3100, E310 specifications

3100, E310 specifications

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