Acer Altos R500, User Manual

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4 Upgrading your system 50
Removing and installing the CPU
The Intel Tualatin processor comes in a FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin Grid
Array) 370-pin package. The FC-PGA package is designed for the new
breed of sleek, high performance, small form factor PCs.
The mainboard supports an Intel Tualatin processor running at 1/133
to 1.26/133 MHz, and future generations of Pentium CPUs.
Caution:
Always observe the ESD precautions when installing or
removing a system component. Refer to the “Installation
precautions” on page 35.
Removing the CPU
Follow these steps to remove a CPU:
1 Remove the system cover. See page 37 for more detailed
instructions.
2 Locate the CPU socket on your mainboard.
3 Disconnect the 3-pin and 2-pin heatsink cables from the
mainboard.
4 Release the heatsink metal bracket by pressing the hook ( 1 ).
Unhook one side of the heatsink metal bracket ( 2 ) and gently lift it
before removing the other side ( 3 ).
5 Gently press the socket lever down to release the lever and then
pull it up to a 90° angle (
5 ). Carefully remove the CPU ( 6 ).
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