Lenovo E200 manual Replacing the microprocessor

Replacing the microprocessor

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support

CAUTION:

The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover.

This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor.

To replace the microprocessor:

1.Open the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 86.

2.Remove any parts or cables that may prevent your access to the system board.

3.Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 97.

4.Place the heat sink and fan assembly on its side so that the thermal grease does not come in contact with anything.

5.Lift the small handle
3 and open the retainer
1 to access the microprocessor
2.

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