Microprocessor; Optical Drive Cage - Lenovo ThinkStation P340 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Removal steps

Microprocessor

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Chapter 1 "Important safety information" on page 1 and print the following
instructions.
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.
For access, remove these FRUs in order, if any:
• "Computer cover" on page 53
• "Optical drive" on page 54
• "Front bezel" on page 56
• "Optical drive cage" on page 72
• "Heat sink and fan assembly" on page 87
Notes:
• Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom.
• Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept
as clean as possible.
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