Removing The Microprocessor Module; Replacing The Microprocessor Module - Dell Inspiron 4150  Owner's Manual

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Dell™ Inspiron™ 4150 
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Microprocessor Module

Removing the Microprocessor Module

NOTICE:
Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
NOTICE:
To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
NOTICE:
Read
"Preparing to Work Inside the
NOTICE:
When replacing the microprocessor, to ensure proper thermal operation, always install a new thermal cooling assembly that is compatible with
the new microprocessor.
NOTICE:
Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the microprocessor down on the substrate on which the die is mounted while turning the cam
screw to prevent intermittent contact between the cam screw and microprocessor.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that it is perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw.
1 screwdriver (perpendicular
to microprocessor)
2 pin-1 corner
3 processor die (do not
touch)
4 ZIF socket
5 ZIF-socket cam screw
1.  Remove the
hard
drive.
2.  Remove the keyboard.
NOTICE:
To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly. The
oils in your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
3.  Remove the
microprocessor thermal cooling
NOTICE:
When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module.
4.  To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw.
5.  Use a microprocessor extraction tool to remove the microprocessor module.

Replacing the Microprocessor Module

Computer" before performing the following procedure.
assembly.

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