Replacing The Microprocessor - Lenovo ThinkCentre 2697 User Manual

b. Partially tighten screw
10. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system
board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 12.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 86.

Replacing the microprocessor

Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important
safety information" on page v.
This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor.
CAUTION:
The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five
minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover.
To replace the microprocessor, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect
all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 34.
3. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.
4. Locate the system board and disconnect all cables connected to the system board. See "Locating
parts on the system board" on page 12.
5. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See "Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly" on page 49.
Note: Place the heat sink and fan assembly on its side so that the thermal grease on the bottom of it
does not get in contact with anything.
3 , then fully tighten screw 4 , and then fully tighten screw
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