Installing The Processor - Dell OptiPlex 755 User Manual

NOTICE:
When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall
on the pins in the socket.
5 Gently remove the processor from the socket.
Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new
processor.

Installing the Processor

NOTICE:
Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
NOTICE:
When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall
on the pins in the socket.
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 21.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 90).
3 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of the processor.
NOTICE:
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.
4 If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
5 Orient the front and rear alignment-notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment-
notches on the socket.
6 Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket.
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