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3. Remove the system board to access processor socket.
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In a small desktop system, see "Removing the System
Board — Small Desktop."
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In a desktop system, see "Removing the System
Board — Desktop."
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In a minitower system, see "Removing the System
Board — Minitower."
4. If the cartridge has a cooling fan, label and unplug the
cooling fan cable from its connector on the system board.
! CAUTION
Use care while performing the following
procedure. Improper use of the screwdriver may
damage the processor, retention mechanism, or
system board.
5. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver down into one end
of the retention mechanism (see
figure). Insert the screwdriver about one-half inch into the
mechanism.
6. Slowly push the handle of the screwdriver towards the
cartridge to push the mechanism locking lever away from
the cartridge.
! CAUTION
To prevent breaking the locking lever, push the
lever out only enough to release it from the
processor cartridge.
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on the following
Installing Options 5-35
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