9. Remove the system board as shown.
Figure 27. Removing the system board
10. Turn over the system board, and then remove the microprocessor as shown.
Notes:
• Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.
• Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom.
• Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the microprocessor.
• Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be
kept as clean as possible.
Figure 28. Removing the microprocessor
11. Install the microprocessor onto the new system board.
12. Install the new system board.
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