Lenovo ThinkCentre M90p Maintenance Manual page 89

To install the microprocessor socket cover, do the following:
1. Release the lever securing the microprocessor retainer and open the retainer to access the
microprocessor.
2. Grasp the microprocessor on the sides and lift it straight up and out of the socket. Do not touch the
contacts on the microprocessor socket.
3. Note the orientation of the socket cover. Align the notches
the alignment keys
4. Install one side of the socket cover into the microprocessor socket as shown.
Figure 19. Installing the socket cover
Note: Your microprocessor socket and cover might look slightly different from the illustration.
5. Carefully press the other side of the socket cover downwards until the socket cover snaps into place.
Figure 20. Securing the socket cover
6. Carefully check the four corners of the socket cover to make sure that the cover is secured in the
microprocessor socket.
7. Lower the microprocessor retainer and then lower the lever to secure the retainer. Make sure the
lever is locked into position.
8. Follow any additional instructions included with the replacement part you received.
2 of the microprocessor socket.
1 of the microprocessor socket cover with
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