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Chapter 4
Upgrading the System
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Upgrading the CPU
Removing the CPU
Note:
Observe the ESD precautions on page 73 when installing or
removing a system component.
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 CPU:
1.
On the system board, locate the CPU mounted on the
socket.
2.
Detach the fan/heatsink cable connectors.
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Summary of Contents for AcerPower 8400
Page 1: ...AcerPower 8400 User s Guide ...
Page 8: ...Notices viii ...
Page 11: ...Getting Started Chapter 1 ...
Page 33: ...System Board Information Chapter 2 ...
Page 46: ...Chapter 2 System Board Information 36 ...
Page 47: ...Award BIOS Chapter 3 ...
Page 62: ...Chapter 3 Award BIOS 52 100 MHz PC100 CPU CLK CPU SDRAM Recommended Setting ...
Page 79: ...69 Save Exit Setup This function automatically saves all CMOS values before leaving Setup ...
Page 81: ...Upgrading the System Chapter 4 ...
Page 91: ...81 3 Gently pull the CPU straight up from its socket ...