Installing a Processor
WARNING: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before you begin this procedure, review the safety instructions that came with the system.
1If you are upgrading your processors, prior to upgrading your system, download and install the latest system BIOS version from support.dell.com. Follow the instructions included in the file download to install the update on your system.
NOTE: In
2If you are adding a second processor for the first time, remove the heatsink blank and the processor blank from the vacant processor socket. Removing the blanks is similar to removing a processor. See "Removing a Processor" on page 126.
3Unpack the processor if it has not been used previously.
If the processor has already been used, remove any thermal grease from the top of the processor using a
4Align the processor with the socket keys on the ZIF socket. See Figure
5Install the processor in the socket.
CAUTION: Positioning the processor incorrectly can permanently damage the system board or the processor. Be careful not to bend the pins in the socket.
aWith the release lever on the processor socket in the open position, align the processor with the socket keys and set the processor lightly in the socket.
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the socket.
bClose the processor shield.
cRotate the socket release lever down until it snaps into place.
