Cpu; Removing The Cpu - Toshiba Satellite A500 Service Manual

4.18 CPU

4.19 CPU

Removing the CPU

CAUTION: When removing the CPU, keep the following in mind:
The CPU can become very hot during operation. Be sure to let it cool down before
starting repair work.
Remove the CPU according to the following procedures and Figures 4-29, 4-30 and 4-31.
NOTE: FOXCONN CPU socket will be 180 degrees to the right.
1. Unlock the CPU by rotating the cam on the CPU socket 120 degrees to the left with a
flat-blade screwdriver (in the order shown in the figure below).
2. Remove the CPU.
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Figure4-29 Removing the CPU
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