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Replacing the Processor | 67
Replacing the Processor
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After
Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices
information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor and
processor heat-sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or the
processor heat-sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to ensure
that thermal conductivity is achieved. Ensure that the release lever on the processor
socket is fully extended in the open position.
Procedure
1 Ensure that the release lever on the processor socket is fully extended in the open
position.
CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the processor socket to
avoid permanent damage to the processor.
2 Align the notches on the processor with the tabs on the processor socket.
3 Align the pin-1 corner on the processor with the pin-1 corner on the
processor socket, and then place the processor in the processor socket.
CAUTION: Ensure that the processor-cover notch is positioned underneath the
alignment post.
4 When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.
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