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CAUTION:
Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components
become hot enough to burn the skin. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer,
disconnect power, and wait approximately 10 minutes for the components to cool.
Notes:
• Ensure that you install the correct type of microprocessor option your computer supports.
• Your microprocessor, socket, and socket cover might look slightly different from the illustrations in this
topic.
For access, do the following:
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Computer cover" on page 58.
2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.
3. Remove the heat-sink-and-fan assembly. See "Heat-sink-and-fan assembly" on page 106.
Replacement steps
Notes:
• Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.
• Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom.
• Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept
as clean as possible.
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