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Removing the processor
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follow the steps in Before working inside your computer . After working inside your computer, follow the instructions
in After working inside your computer . For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance .
Prerequisites
1 Remove the left-side cover .
2 Follow the procedure from step 1 to step 4 in " Removing the power-supply unit ".
3 Remove the processor fan and heat-sink assembly or processor-cooling assembly (as applicable).
Procedure
1 Press the release lever down and then push it away from the processor to release it from the tab.
2 Extend the release lever completely and open the processor cover.
3 Lift the processor off the processor socket.
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