CAUTION: The processor can get very hot during normal operation. Ensure that the processor has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your
computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when
you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your
computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the
computer.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from electrical
outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back
panel, remove the padlock.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to
dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor correctly in the socket to
avoid permanent damage to the microprocessor and the computer.
If the release lever is not extended to the release position, move it to
that position.
Align pin-1 (the imprinted corner) of the microprocessor and pin-1 of
the socket.
NOTICE: Microprocessor pins are delicate. To avoid damage, ensure that the
microprocessor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force
when you install the processor.
Carefully set the microprocessor in the socket and press it down lightly
to seat it.
Rotate the release lever back toward the system board until it snaps
into place, securing the microprocessor.
Remove the thermal grease protective cover and place the heat sink in
the base.
Place one end of the heat sink under the tab on the retention module
on the side opposite the lever. Lower the heat sink onto the
microprocessor so that the heat sink fits securely under the tab on the
other end of the retention module.
Replace the retention module clips.
Fit the end of the clip that does not have a tab into the retention
base.
Press in on the tab and lower the other side of the clip into the
other end of the retention base.
If you installed a microprocessor replacement kit from Dell, return the
original heat sink assembly and microprocessor to Dell in the same
package in which your replacement kit was sent.
NOTE: It is
recommended that only a
technically knowledgeable
person perform this
procedure.
CAUTION: The processor can get very hot during normal operation. Ensure that the processor has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
CAUTION: Before you perform this procedure, follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your
computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when
you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your
computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the
computer.
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from electrical
outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back
panel, remove the padlock.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by
touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the
computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to
dissipate any static electricity that could harm internal components.
NOTICE: If you are installing a microprocessor upgrade kit from Dell,
discard the original heat sink. If you are not installing a microprocessor
upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink when you install your new
microprocessor.
Remove the microprocessor heat sink:
Remove one retention module clip by pressing in on the tab and
lifting the retention module clip up.
Pull the release lever straight up until the microprocessor is released.
NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when you remove the
microprocessor from the socket. Bending the pins can permanently damage the
microprocessor.
If you are replacing the microprocessor, leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new microprocessor and go to "Installing the Microprocessor."
