Microprocessor Module; Removing The Microprocessor Module - Dell Inspiron 9100 Service Manual

Microprocessor Module: Dell Inspiron XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual
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Microprocessor Module

Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS and Inspiron 9100 Service Manual

Removing the Microprocessor Module

CAUTION:
instructions in your Owner's Manual.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as
the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the microprocessor
down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam screw
to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that
it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main
battery before you begin working inside the computer.
1. Follow the instructions in
2. Remove the left, right, and center
3. Remove the keyboard.
4. Remove the
5. Remove the
6. Remove the
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Before performing the following procedures, read the safety
"Preparing to Work Inside the
display assembly.
keyboard bracket.
video card.
hinge covers.
Computer."