Microprocessor 125
NOTICE: Do not discard the original heat sink and securing clips unless you
are installing a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell. If you are not installing
a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink, blower,
and securing clips when installing your new microprocessor.
NOTICE: Lay the heat sink down with the thermal grease facing upward. Do
not lay the heat sink down with the thermal grease touching the work surface.
8Discard the original heat sink and securing clips.
Microprocessor Removal
NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you remove the
microprocessor from the ZIF socket. Bending the pins can permanently
damage the microprocessor.
The ZIF socket has a lever-type handle that secures and releases the
microprocessor from the ZIF socket.
9Pull the socket release lever straight up until the microprocessor
releases.
1Release lever
2Microprocessor
3ZIF socket
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