Microprocessor Module: Dell Latitude D500 Service Manual
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Microprocessor Module
Dell™ Latitude™ D500 Service Manual
Removing the Microprocessor Module
CAUTION:
Before performing the following procedures, read the safety
instructions in your
System Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as
the back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE:
Do not touch the processor die. Press and hold the microprocessor
down on the substrate on which the die is mounted 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 "
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
."
2. Remove the
keyboard
.
NOTICE:
To ensure maximum cooling for the microprocessor, do not touch the
heat transfer areas on the microprocessor thermal-cooling assembly. The oils in
your skin reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal pads.
3. 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.
4. 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.
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