Upgrading the Microprocessor | Dell GX1 manual

Installing System Board Options: Dell OptiPlex GX1 Low-Profile Managed PC Systems

Upgrading the Microprocessor

To take advantage of future options in speed and functionality, you can replace the microprocessor on your system board with any Dell-supported microprocessor upgrade. Call your Dell sales representative for information on available microprocessor upgrades.

The microprocessor upgrade kit includes a new single-edge contact (SEC) cartridge with heat sink assembly.

CAUTION: Before you remove the computer cover, see "Safety First — For You and Your Computer."

The following procedure describes how to replace the microprocessor.

NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowledgeable person perform this procedure.

1. Remove the computer cover according to the instructions in "Removing the Computer Cover."

CAUTION: The SEC cartridge and heat sink can get extremely hot during system operation. Be sure the assembly has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

2.Locate the SEC cartridge connector (labeled "SLOT1") and the microprocessor fan connector (labeled "FAN") on the system board.

See Figure 1.

3.Disconnect the microprocessor fan cable from the connector on the system board.

4.Remove the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly from the system board connector (see Figure 10).

Press outward and hold the guide-bracket assembly latches, grasp the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly firmly, and pull away from the connector on the system board. Lift the SEC cartridge/heat sink assembly from the guide bracket assembly.

NOTE: You must use up to 15 pounds of force to disengage the SEC cartridge from the connector.

Figure 10. Removing the Microprocessor

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Dell GX1 technical specifications Upgrading the Microprocessor, Removing the Microprocessor

Contents

Initial release 7 Dec Last revised 31 Jan System Features Overview Hardware Features 640 × True-color 32 bpp 85 Hz 800 × Software Features Manageability Features Dell OpenManage Program Fault Management Auto Power On Wakeup On LAN Temperature Monitoring Security Features Connecting Peripheral Devices O Ports, Connectors, and Indicators USB Connectors Parallel Port ConnectorMouse Connector Integrated NIC Connector Serial Port Connectors Audio ConnectorsVideo Connector Keyboard Connector Using the Power Switch Using the Optional Stand for Vertical Orientation Attaching the Optional Stand for Vertical Orientation Energy Star Compliance Energy Star Emblem Accessing Online Documentation Getting Help Entering the System Setup Program Enter the System Setup program as follows System Setup Screens System Setup ScreensPage System-Setup Navigation Keys Keys Action Using the System Setup ProgramSystem Setup Options Time Diskette Drive A, Diskette Drive B, and Use ZIP as a or B DateDrives Primary and Secondary Reserved Memory Chassis Intrusion CPU SpeedNum Lock DAC Snoop System Password Keyboard ErrorsPassword Status Boot Sequence Device-List Screen Navigation Keys Keys Action Sample Device List Screen Setup Password Saving Monitor Power Power ManagementSaving Eide Hard-Disk Drive Power Sound Mouse Parallel Port Parallel ModeSerial Port 1 and Serial Port IDE Hard Disk Speaker Using the System Password FeatureDiskette System Data Options Assigning a System Password Using Your System Password to Secure Your System Type the password and press Enter Using the Setup Password Feature Deleting or Changing an Existing System Password Assigning a Setup Password Page Responding to Error Messages Back to Contents Overview Quick Start About the ICU Preparing to Use the ICU When to Run the ICUICU Database Starting the ICU Accessing HelpBacking Up the ICU Diskette Making Selections in the ICU Adding a Listed CardICU Keys Keys Action Add Network Card Dialog Box Configuration Settings Dialog Box for Assigning an IRQ Line Adding an Unlisted Card Specify Interrupt Dialog Box Specify I/O Port Dialog Box Modifying a Card Removing a Card Viewing Resources System Resource Usage Dialog Box Locking and Unlocking Cards Saving the System ConfigurationExiting From the ICU Locking and Unlocking All Resources Locking and Unlocking Configuration Resources Safety First For You and Your Computer Before You Begin Removing the Computer Cover Unpacking Your Hardware Option Replacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover Inside Your Computer Computer Orientation View Jumpers System Board Jumpers System-Board Jumper Settings Description BUS66M System Board and Riser Board Labels LPT1 Removing and Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage Removing the Expansion-Card Cage Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage System Board Features Expansion Cards Expansion Cards Expansion Slots Removing the Filler Bracket Removing an Expansion Card Adding Memory DIMMs and Dimm Sockets Performing a Memory Upgrade Installing a Dimm Installing a Dimm Removing a Dimm Adding Video Memory Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade Module Upgrading the Microprocessor Removing the Microprocessor Replacing the System Battery Page System Battery and Battery Socket Drive Locations Removing and Replacing Front-Panel Inserts Removing the Front-Panel Insert for a 5.25-Inch Bay Connecting Drives DC Power Cable Connector Installing a Drive in the 5.25-Inch Drive Bay Removing the 3.5-Inch Diskette Drive/Bracket Assembly Installing the 5.25-Inch Diskette Drive Bracket Attaching Cables to a Drive in the 5.25-Inch Drive Bay Installing an Eide Hard-Disk Drive Eide Drive Addressing Removing the Hard-Disk Drive Bracket Securing the Hard-Disk Drive to the Bracket ALERT! Cover was previously removed Page Installing Scsi Devices Scsi Configuration Guidelines General Procedure for Installing Scsi Devices Page ALERT! Cover was previously removed Partitioning and Formatting Scsi Hard-Disk Drives System Information MicroprocessorExpansion Bus Drives MemoryPorts Video Key Combinations Physical Controls and IndicatorsPower Environmental Back to Contents ICU Error Messages Message Probable Cause Corrective Action Loaded card is not a Conflictingcard This is An Eisa system. Use Message Configuration Manager MessagesProbable Cause Corrective Action Error Failed to activate device, CSN=Card Select Number See Modifying a Card for instructions See Adding a Listed Card for instructions