Replacing The Processor - Dell XPS 8500 Owner's Manual

3 Gently lift the processor to remove it from the socket. Leave the release
lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the
new processor.
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processor

Replacing the Processor

CAUTION:
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 Unpack the new processor, being careful not to touch the underside of
the processor.
CAUTION:
You must position the processor correctly in the processor socket to
avoid damage to the processor.
2 If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that
position.
2
socket
2
1
Processor
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