Processor Module; 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only); Removing The Processor Module - Dell Inspiron N5050 Owner's Manual

Processor Module (For Inspiron

15-N5050/15-N5040 Only)

WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery,
see "Removing the Battery" on page 13, before working inside the computer.
CAUTION:
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts.

Removing the Processor Module

1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2 Remove the battery. See "Removing the Battery" on page 13.
3 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 8 in "Removing the Palm-Rest
Assembly" on page 29.
4 Remove the thermal cooling assembly. See "Removing the Thermal
Cooling Assembly" on page 45.
5 To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the
ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to stop.
CAUTION:
To ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat
transfer areas on the processor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in your skin
can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
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