Removal and replacement procedures 45
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Carefully lift the processor straight out of the socket.
To replace the component:
1. Install the processor.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor:
• Handle the processor only by the edges.
• Do not touch the bottom of the processor, especially the contact area.
CAUTION: THE PINS ON THE SYSTEM BOARD ARE VERY FRAGILE AND EASILY DAMAGED. To
avoid damage to the system board:
• Do not touch the processor socket contacts.
• Do not tilt or slide the processor when lowering the processor into the socket.
2. Close the processor retaining bracket and the processor retaining latch.