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NOTICE: Never remove the heat sink from a microprocessor unless you intend to remove the
microprocessor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
CAUTION: The microprocessor chip and heat sink can become extremely hot. Be
sure that the microprocessor has had sufficient time to cool before handling.
Remove the heat sink.
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NOTICE: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when removing the microprocessor chip.
Bending the pins can permanently damage the microprocessor chip.
Swing the socket release lever to the upright position (see Figure 1-1).
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The microprocessor is now unlocked from the socket.
Lift the microprocessor out of the socket and leave the release lever up so that the
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socket is ready for the new microprocessor.
F i g u r e 1 - 1 .
CAUTION: Be careful not to bend any of the pins when unpacking the
microprocessor chip. Bending the pins can permanently damage the
microprocessor chip.
Unpack the new microprocessor.
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If any of the pins on the microprocessor appear bent, see "Getting Help" in your
system Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical
assistance from Dell.
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