Processor
Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly
CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the side cover.
3. Remove the front bezel.
4. Remove the 2.5-inch hard drive if applicable.
5. Remove the 3.5-inch hard drive if applicable.
6. Remove the disk-drive cage.
7. Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the processor and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.
WARNING: The processor might still be hot after the computer is shut down. Allow the processor to cool down
before removing it.
Steps
1. Press the release lever down and then push it away from the processor to release it from the securing tab.
2. Extend the release lever completely and open the processor cover.
CAUTION:
When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects
to fall on the pins in the socket.
3. Gently lift the processor from the processor socket.
Installing the processor
CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
84 Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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