Processors; Removing A Processor - Dell POWEREDGE C6105 Hardware Owner's Manual

5 Replace the system-board assembly. See "Installing a System-Board
Assembly" on page 69.
6 Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn on the system,
including any attached peripherals.

Processors

Removing a Processor

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You
should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and
support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with
the product.
1 Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and
disconnect the system from its electrical outlet.
2 Remove the system-board assembly. See "Removing a System-Board
Assembly" on page 68.
3 Remove the heat sink, see "Removing the Heat Sink" on page 70.
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware
that the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
4 Position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever and
release the lever from the locked position. Rotate the lever 90 degrees
upward until the processor is released from the socket. See Figure 3-8.
5 Rotate the processor shield upward and out of the way. See Figure 3-8.
6
Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the socket-release lever
up so that the socket is ready for the new processor.
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend any of the pins on the ZIF socket when removing
the processor. Bending the pins can permanently damage the system board.
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