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Removing the Processor
WARNING:
B
efore working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on
page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
"After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Processors are fragile. Handle the processor only by the edges and do
not touch the metal pins.
Prerequisites
1 Remove the stand cover. See "Removing the Stand Cover" on page 15.
2 Remove the stand. See "Removing the Stand" on page 17.
3 Remove the back cover. See "Removing the Back Cover" on page 19.
4 Remove the system-board shield. See "Removing the System-Board Shield" on
page 37.
5 Remove the processor heat-sink. See "Removing the Processor Heat-Sink" on
page 52.
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