Owners Manual

Figure 56. 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. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
Related references
Safety instructions on page 53
Related tasks
Before working inside your system on page 53
Installing a heat sink on page 112
After working inside your system on page 54
Installing a heat sink
Prerequisites
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
112 Installing and removing system components