WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see
the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: Do not perform the following steps unless you are familiar with hardware removal and replacement. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your system board. For technical service, see the Setup Guide.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of
the processor.
CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you turn on the computer.
If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that
position.
Orient the front and rear alignment-notches on the processor with the
front and rear alignment-notches on the socket.
Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
CAUTION: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the processor.
Set the processor gently in the socket and ensure that the processor is
positioned correctly.
When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover,
ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the
center cover latch on the socket.
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rear alignment notch
2
processor cover
3
center cover latch
4
processor
5
socket
6
tab
7
release lever
8
front alignment notch
9
processor pin-1 indicator
Pivot the socket release lever back toward the socket, and snap it into place
to secure the processor.
Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.
CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
