Installing The Processor - Dell OptiPlex 3080 Tower Service Manual

About this task
The following images indicate the location of the processor and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Press down and push the release lever away from the processor to release it from the securing tab.
2. Lift the lever upward to lift the processor cover.
CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects
to fall on the pins in the socket.
3. Gently lift the processor from the processor socket.

Installing the processor

Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
About this task
The following image indicates the location of the processor and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
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