Upgrading The Processor; Removing The Processor Card (Pentium Ii); Pressing The Latches - Acer Power 6100 User Manual

4.5

Upgrading the Processor

Refer to sections 4.5.1 and 4.5.2 for instructions
when upgrading a Pentium II processor.
Refer to section 4.5.3 for instructions when
upgrading a Celeron processor.
4.5.1

Removing the Processor Card (Pentium II)

Observe the ESD precautions when installing or
removing a system component. See section 4.1.1.
Before you can replace or upgrade your processor, you need to remove the previously installed processor on the
system board.
Follow these steps to remove the processor card:
1. Disconnect the fan heat sink cable from the system board.
2. Press the latches on both sides of the processor to release it from the retention mechanism. You will hear a
clicking sound once the latch is released. Disconnect any fan cables from the system board.
Figure 4-9 Pressing the Latches
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