Processor - HP Compaq Elite 8300 Maintenance & Service Manual

Processor

1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
2. Remove the access panel (see
3. Remove the graphics heat sink (see
4. Remove the processor heat sink (see
5. Rotate the locking lever to its full open position (1).
6. Raise and rotate the microprocessor retainer to its fully open position (2).
7. Carefully lift the processor from the socket (3).
CAUTION:
handling them could cause irreparable damage. Once pins are damaged it may be necessary to
replace the system board.
The heat sink must be installed within 24 hours of installing the processor to prevent damage to
the processor's solder connections.
Figure 7-49
To install a new processor:
1. Place the processor in its socket and close the retainer. Make sure the slot in the processor fits
into the post on the socket.
2. Secure the locking lever. If reusing the existing heat sink, go to step 3. If using a new heat sink,
go to step 6.
Access panel on page
Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket. These pins are very fragile and
Removing the processor
Preparing to disassemble the computer on page
42).
Graphics heat sink on page
Processor heat sink – model 6300 on page
71).
72).
Processor
38).
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