Remove the computer cover. See Removing the computer cover.
Remove the front bezel. See Replacing the front bezel.
Pivot the drive bay assembly outward. See Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward.
Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly.
Disconnect all cables connected to the system board.
- Replace the microprocessor.Note:
Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.
Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom.
Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible.
Figure 1. Releasing the holder
Figure 2. Pivoting up the socket
Figure 3. Removing the microprocessor
Figure 4. Installing the microprocessor
Figure 5. Pivoting the socket downward
Figure 6. Securing the holder
Reconnect all cables that were disconnected from the system board.
Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement.