Dell L501X manual Replacing the Processor Module

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ZIF socket

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processor module

 

 

 

 

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pin-1 corner

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ZIF-socket cam screw

 

 

 

 

CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor module, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.

CAUTION: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor module.

11. Lift the processor module off the ZIF socket.

Replacing the Processor Module

NOTE: If the new processor module is installed, you will receive a new thermal cooling assembly, which will include an affixed thermal pad, or you will receive a new thermal pad along with documentation to illustrate proper installation.

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Align the pin-1 corner of the processor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

NOTE: The pin-1 corner of the processor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket.

3. Place the processor module lightly in the ZIF socket and ensure that the processor module is positioned correctly.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screw driver perpendicular to the processor module when turning the cam screw.

4.Tighten the ZIF socket by turning the cam screw clockwise to secure the processor module to the system board.

5.Replace the heat sink (see Replacing the Heat Sink).

6.Follow the instructions from step 9 to step 12 in Replacing the Top Cover.

7.Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly).

8.Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard).

9.Replace the palm-rest assembly (see Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly).

10.Replace the memory module(s) (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)).

11.Replace the module cover (see Replacing the Module Cover).

12.Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).

CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.

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Dell L501X manual Replacing the Processor Module