Figure 54. Removing the processor
Next steps
1 Install the processor.
2 Install the heat sink.
Installing the processor
Prerequisites
1 Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions.
2 Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system.
3 Remove the air shroud.
4 Remove the heat sink.
Steps
1 Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the system board and place the processor on the socket.
CAUTION
: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages into the socket.
2 Close the processor shield by sliding it under the retention screw on the system board.
3 Lower the lever and push it under the tab to lock it.
Figure 55. Installing the processor
Next steps
1 Install the heat sink.
Installing and removing system components
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