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Processor Module
Dell™ XPS™ L401X Service Manual
Removing the Processor Module
Replacing the Processor Module
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer.
Removing the Processor Module
1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2.Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
3.Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
4.Remove the
5.Remove the hard drive (see Removing the Hard Drive).
6.Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 6 in Removing the Optical Drive.
7.Remove the
8.Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).
9.Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly).
10.Follow the instructions from step 13 to step 18 in Removing the Top Cover.
11.Turn the
12.Remove the processor fan and
CAUTION: To prevent intermittent contact between the
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.
13. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small,
