Dell OptiPlex GX745 - Page 199

c. Gently lift the heat sink from the processor.
d. Lay the heat sink down on its top, with the thermal grease facing upward.
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4. Pull the release lever straight up until the processor is released, and then remove the processor from the socket.
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5. Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor.
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6. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
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7. Orient the front and rear alignment-notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment- notches on the socket.
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8. Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
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9. Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly.
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10. When the processor is fully seated in the socket, pivot the release lever back toward the socket until it snaps into place to secure the processor.
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top of heat sink
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heat sink
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retention base
4
release lever
NOTICE: Unless a new heatsink is required for the new processor, reuse the original heat sink assembly when you replace the processor.
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center cover latch
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processor cover
3
processor
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socket
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release lever
NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the processor.