Replacing The Microprocessor - @Xi Computer Corporation MTower User Manual

Chapter 5, Upgrading Your Computer

Replacing the Microprocessor

10. Connect one end of the 40-pin ribbon cable from the IDE controller to the back
of the new drive. If you cannot connect the cable, turn it around and try
inserting it again. (This cable is keyed to prevent it from being inserted the
wrong way.)
11. Connect the 4-pin cable from the power supply to the back of the new drive. If
you cannot connect the cable, turn it around and try inserting it again. (This
cable is keyed to prevent it from being inserted the wrong way.)
12. Replace the system unit cover.
13. Reconnect the power cable and any cables you removed earlier.
14. Turn on your computer.
15. Initialize and format the new drive according to the instructions in the manual
that comes with the new drive.
Some system boards (motherboards) are configured so you can upgrade the
microprocessor. Check the manual that comes with your system board to see
whether your computer's microprocessor is replaceable. If it is, obtain an upgraded
microprocessor and then use the following procedure to install it.
1. Turn off the computer and follow the other recommendations in the section
"Precautions to Follow Before Upgrading" on page
2. Remove the system unit cover (see
on page 43).
3. If your system board has an Intel Pentium II or Pentium III processor:
a. Press the two SEC cartridge release latches until they snap into position.
b. Pull straight up on the cartridge to remove it from the guide bracket assem-
bly.
c. Insert the new microprocessor into the guide bracket assembly and secure
it using the two SEC cartridge release latches.
4. If your system board has an AMD processor:
a. Remove the CPU fan and heatsink by pressing and releasing the bracket
that secures them to the socket.
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