Microprocessor/Heat Sink Assembly; Figure 4-18. Microprocessor Securing-Clip Removal - Dell OptiPlex GXi Service Manual

Microprocessor/Heat Sink Assembly

heat sink
microprocessor socket

Figure 4-18. Microprocessor Securing-Clip Removal

To remove the microprocessor/heat sink assembly, follow these steps:
1. Remove the microprocessor securing clip from the microprocessor/heat
sink assembly.
WARNING: The microprocessor chip can get extremely hot during
system operations. Be sure the chip has had sufficient time to cool
before touching it.
Press down on the folded part of the clip with a small screwdriver to release
the clip.
2. Push outward and then upward on the microprocessor-socket release
lever to rotate the lever to its fully vertical position (see Figure 4-19).
3. Lift the microprocessor/heat sink assembly out of its socket.
front of computer
microprocessor securing clip
(hooks over tabs on the
socket)
Removing and Replacing Parts on the Low-Profile Chassis 4-19