User's Manual

Processor

NOTE: All processor spare part kits include thermal material.

Description Spare part number

Intel Core Duo T7300 2.0-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache) 448601-001

Intel Core Duo T7100 1.8-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache) 448600-001

Intel Core Duo T5450 1.67-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache) 451597-001

Intel Core Duo T5250e 1.50-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache) 453948-001

Before removing the processor, follow these steps:

1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

Battery on page 40).

Remove the following components:

a. Hard drive (see

Hard drive on page 45)

b. Optical drive (see

Optical drive on page 53)

c. Keyboard (see

Keyboard on page 54)

d. Switch cover (see

Switch cover on page 56)

e. Display assembly (see

Display assembly on page 59)

f. Top cover (see

Top cover on page 65)

g. System board (see

System board on page 82)

h. Fan/heat sink assembly (see

Fan/heat sink assembly on page 87)

Remove the processor:

1. Turn the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn counterclockwise until you hear a click.

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