Upgrading The Processor - Mitsubishi Electric apricot ft series Owner's Handbook Manual

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Upgrading the processor

Changing the processor
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The ZIF (zero insertion force) "Socket 7" processor socket on the
motherboard is designed to accept a variety of processors (see the
table earlier in this chapter). You may wish to upgrade your
processor by replacing it with one of higher performance.
Read the following instructions carefully before starting work.
1. Turn off the computer and unplug all power cords.
2. Take suitable anti-static precautions and remove the right-
hand side and top panels. For more information see the "Anti-
static precautions" section in the Safety & Regulatory Notices at
the start of this manual.
3. Remove any expansion cards that impede access to the
processor.
4. Lay the system unit on its side.
5. If the system was in use immediately before starting this
procedure, the processor will be hot; wait at least 15 minutes
for it to cool down.
WARNING
The processor, its fan-sink (combined fan and heat sink), and some of its
neighbouring components can get very hot. You may burn your fingers if
you attempt to remove the processor before it has cooled down.
6. Unplug the power cable of the processor's fan-sink from the
motherboard. Note where the cable plugs in because you will
need to re-attach it later.
7. Unclip the fan-sink's retention clip from the ZIF socket at the
front and the back.
8. Release the lever from the side of the ZIF socket and raise it to
the upright position (at right-angles to the motherboard).
There may be a little stiffness at the beginning and end of the
lever's movement; be careful not to use excessive force.