Dell M5040 Processor Module For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only, Removing the Processor Module

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Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)

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" on page 13, before working inside the computer.

CAUTION: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.

Removing the Processor Module

1Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.

2Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13.

3Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 8 in "Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly" on page 29.

4Remove the thermal cooling assembly. See "Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly" on page 45.

5To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to stop.

CAUTION: To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, 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.

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