Owners Manual

Figure 41. Installing a processor
1.
socket-release lever 1 2. pin–1 corner of the processor
3. processor 4. slot (4)
5. processor shield 6. socket-release lever 2
7. processor socket 8. tab (4)
Next steps
NOTE:
Ensure that you install the heat sink after you install the processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper
thermal conditions.
1. Install the heat sink.
2. If removed, reinstall the PCIe expansion card riser.
3. If disconnected, reconnect the cables to the expansion card(s).
4. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system.
5. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and verify that the processor information matches the new system configuration.
6. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.
Related References
Safety instructions on page 46
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 47
PCIe card holder
This section provides information about installing and removing PCIe card holder.
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Installing and removing system components