Service Manual

Removing the processor

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steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working inside

your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

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Topics:

• Prerequisites

• Procedure

Prerequisites

1 Remove the computer cover.

2 Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.

Procedure

1 Press the release-lever down and then push it away from the processor to release it from the securing bracket.

2 Pull the release-lever up completely to unlock the processor.

3 Gently lift the processor and remove it from the processor socket.

42 Removing the processor