Microprocessor Module: Dell Inspiron 1150 Service Manual
Microprocessor Module
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1150 Service Manual
Removing the Microprocessor Module
CAUTION:
Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions
in your
Owner's Manual
.
CAUTION:
To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge
static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic
components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
NOTICE:
Press and hold the microprocessor down by applying slight pressure to the center of
the microprocessor while turning the cam screw to prevent intermittent contact between the
cam screw and microprocessor.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the microprocessor, hold the screwdriver so that it is
perpendicular to the microprocessor when turning the cam screw.
1. Follow the instructions in "
Before Working Inside Your Computer
."
2. Remove the
.
3. Remove the
4. Remove the
microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly
.
NOTICE:
When removing the microprocessor module, pull the module straight up. Be careful
not to bend the pins on the microprocessor module.
5. To loosen the ZIF socket, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver and rotate the ZIF-socket cam
screw counterclockwise until it comes to the cam stop.
The ZIF-socket cam screw secures the microprocessor to the system board. Take note of the
arrow on the ZIF-socket cam screw.
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