10. Lower the microprocessor straight down into the system board socket of the
11. Lower the small handle to secure the microprocessor in the socket.
12. Position the heat sink on the microprocessor socket and then position the
13. Install the heat sink and fan assembly on the system board.
14. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the system board. See
15. Go to "Completing the FRU replacement" on page 112.
Replacing a memory module
This section provides information on how to remove and replace a memory
module.
To remove or replace the memory module, do the following:
1. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the cover" on page 86.
2. Locate the memory module connectors. See "Locating parts on the system
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clamp on the plastic retention bracket. Pivot the handle to clamp the heat sink
to the plastic retention bracket.
"Locating parts on the system board" on page 88.
Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
"Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with
your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.
board" on page 88.