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Steps
1. Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield.
2. Lift the lever upward until the processor shield lifts.
CAUTION:
The processor socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the
pins in the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
3. Lift the processor out of the socket.
NOTE:
Ensure that the processor and the bracket are placed in the tray after you remove the heat sink.
Figure 44. Removing the processor
Next steps
Replace the
processor.
Installing the processor
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor. The heat
sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3.
Remove the
processor.
Steps
1. Align the pin 1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the socket and place the processor on 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.
2. Lower the socket lever and push it under the tab to lock it.
NOTE:
If the processor has previously been used in a system, remove any remaining thermal grease from the processor
by using a lint-free cloth.
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Installing and removing system components
Safety
instructions.
Before working inside your
system.
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