Dell N4030, N4020 manual Removing the Processor Module, Replacing the Processor Module

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Processor Module

Dell™ Inspiron™ N4020/N4030 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 prevent intermittent contact between the ZIF-socket cam screw and the processor module when removing or replacing the processor, press to apply slight pressure to the center of the processor module while turning the cam screw.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor module, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor module when turning the cam screw.

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 thermal cooling assembly (see Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly).

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

1 ZIF socket 2 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, lift the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor module.

4. Lift the processor module from the ZIF socket.

Replacing the Processor Module