Acer Veriton 5100 Service Manual page 71

Removing the Processor
Follow these steps to remove the processor:
1. Detach the fan/heatsink cable connector .
2. Remove the fan/heatsink from the processor.
3. Pull the socket lever up to release the processor pins from the socket holes.
4. Pull out the processor from the socket.
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WARNING:The heatsink becomes very hot when the system is On. Never touch the heatsink with any
metal or with your hands.
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