3.If you use a chip puller, position the puller between the processor chip and the socket.

You can also use a small, flat-edged screwdriver instead of a chip puller. Carefully wedge the tip of the screwdriver between the processor chip and the socket. Gently turn the screwdriver until the chip begins to separate from the socket. Move the screwdriver to another side of the processor chip and again turn it until the chip separates from the socket. Keep doing this until you can lift the processor chip straight up from the socket.

Caution

The 486SW 25 microprocessor may be soldered onto an adapter board that is seated in the microprocessor socket. Make sure you position your chip puller or screwdriver just above the socket to avoid damaging the adapter board.

4. Gently pull the processor chip straight up and set it aside.

5.Remove the replacement chip from its package and inspect the pins. If they are bent, do not install the processor chip. Contact your vendor for a new microprocessor.

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