Processor; Prerequisites - Dell XPS 8500 Owner's Manual

Processor

CAUTION:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Prerequisites

1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 23.
WARNING:
assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had
sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
NOTE:
Unless a new processor fan and heat-sink assembly is required for the new
processor, reuse the original processor fan and heat-sink assembly when you
replace the processor.
2 Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly from the computer. See
"Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink Assembly" on page 97.
Despite having a plastic shield, the processor fan and heat-sink
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