Upgrading and replacing hardware
Replacing the processor
1 Switch off the PC and remove the PC's cover. Refer to page 12, page 13 or page 14.
2 Locate the processor. It will be covered by a heatsink.
Desktop
3 Remove the screws from the heatsink
Desktop and Minitower models: remove the screws in the order shown and disconnect the processor fan
•
cable.
Desktop and
Minitower
heatsink
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processor (covered by heatsink)
Small form factor
Desktop
Desktop
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b
d
c
a
Minitower