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Processor Module
Removing the Processor Module
CAUTION: Before you begin this procedure, read the safety instructions at the front of this document (see page 11).
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the processor down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and processor.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the processor when turning the cam screw.
1Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 103.
2Remove the video card (see page 128).
3Remove the keyboard (see page 114).
4Remove the fan (see page 119).
NOTICE: To help ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor
5Remove the processor
NOTICE: When removing the processor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the processor module.
6To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small,