Specifications
Processor
NOTE: This section applies only to computer models equipped with an Intel processor.
NOTE: On models with Intel processors you can remove the processor from the system board. The
processor is included with the system board in AMD models and cannot be removed.
NOTE: The processor spare part kit includes replacement thermal materials.
Description Spare part number
Intel Core i3-3110M 2.40-GHz processor (1600-MHz, 3.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 682417-001
Intel Core i3-2370M 2.40-GHz processor (1333-MHz, 3.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 677152-001
Intel Core i3-2350M 2.30-GHz processor (1333-MHz, 3.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 653340-001
Intel Pentium B970 2.30-GHz processor (1333-MHz, 2.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 676785-001
Intel Pentium B950 2.10-GHz processor (1333-MHz, 2.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 653338-001
Intel Celeron B820 1.70-GHz processor (1333-MHz, 2.0-MB L3 cache, dual core, 35 W) 690537-001
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.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 32), and then remove the following components:
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WLAN module (see
WLAN module on page 41)
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Hard drive (see
Hard drive on page 46)
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Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 51)
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Top cover (see
Top cover on page 55)
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Speakers (see
Speakers on page 63)
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USB board (see
USB board on page 65)
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Power connector cable (see
Power connector cable on page 67)
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Display assembly (see
Display assembly on page 69)
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System board (see
System board on page 78)
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Fan/heat sink assembly (see
Fan/heat sink assembly on page 83)
To remove the processor:
1. Use a flat-bladed screw driver (1) to turn the processor locking screw one-half turn
counterclockwise (2) until you hear a click.
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