Step 4.
Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover".
Step 5.
Remove the microprocessor fan. Refer to "Replacing the microprocessor fan".
Step 6.
Remove the heat-sink. Refer to "Replacing the heat-sink".
Step 7.
To remove the microprocessor
to spring it up.
Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handing the
microprocessor, touch only the sides.
Note: Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must
be kept as clean as possible.
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from the system board, press then slide the small handle out
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and open the retainer.
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