Removal and replacement procedures 45
2. Using the process or r em oval tool, remove the processor from the system board:
a. Line up the processor t ool, ensuring the locking l ev er graphic on the tool is correctly oriented.
b. Press in on the plastic tabs, and then place the tool on the processor.
c. Release the tabs, and then carefully lift the processor and tool straight up.
Figure 3-22 Removing the processor
3. Carefully rotate the tool, and then push in and release the tabs to secure the processor in the
tool.
Figure 3-23 Securing the processor
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the p rocessor, do not touch the bottom of the processor, esp ecially
the contact area.