Replacing The Microprocessor - Lenovo ThinkCentre M73 10B0 Hardware Maintenance Manual

11. Lower and position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink and fan assembly until the two
screw holes in the heat sink fan duct are aligned with those in the heat sink and fan assembly. Install
the two screws to secure the heat sink fan duct.
Figure 108. Installing the heat sink fan duct
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 183.

Replacing the microprocessor

Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
"Important safety information" on page 1.
This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor.
CAUTION:
The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off
the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
To replace the microprocessor, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 136.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 136
4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See "Accessing the system board components and drives" on
page 137.
5. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See "Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly" on page 157.
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