Upgrading The Microprocessor - Dell OptiPlex GX100 User Manual

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Microprocessor: Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX100 System User's Guide

Upgrading the Microprocessor

Upgrading the Microprocessor
NOTE: Dell recommends that only a technically knowledgeable person perform this procedure.
CAUTION: Before you remove the computer cover, see
To replace the microprocessor, perform the following procedure.
CAUTION: To avoid the possibility of electric shock, turn off the computer and any peripherals, disconnect them from their
electrical outlets, and then wait at least 15 seconds before you remove the computer cover. Also, before you upgrade the
microprocessor, see the other precautions in
1. Remove the computer cover according to the instructions in
2. If you are working in the small-form-factor chassis or low-profile chassis, it may be helpful to remove the power supply.
If you are working in the mini tower chassis, it may be helpful to lay the computer on its side, and then rotate the power supply out of the way.
For instructions, see "Rotating the Power Supply Away From the System Board (Mini Tower Chassis
3. If you are working in the mini tower chassis, remove the airflow shroud.
Pull up on the release tabs (see
sink assembly. Remove the shroud tabs from the chassis hooks, and lift the shroud out of the chassis.
Figure 1. Airflow Shroud, Heat Sink Assembly, and Microprocessor
CAUTION: The microprocessor and heat sink assembly can get extremely hot. Be sure the assembly has had sufficient time to
cool before you touch it.
4. If you are working in the small-form-factor chassis or low-profile chassis, disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the system board
connector. Then remove the two thumbscrews securing the cooling fan to the heat sink. Lift the cooling fan from the microprocessor/heat sink
assembly.
Figure 2. Cooling Fan, Heat Sink Assembly, and Microprocessor
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2 Chassis hooks (2)
3 Release tabs (2)
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