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Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX520 User's Guide
Processor
Processor
Removing the Processor
1.
Follow the procedures in "
Before You Begin
."
2.
Loosen the captive screw on each side of the heat sink assembly.
3.
Rotate the heat sink assembly upward, and remove it from the computer.
4.
Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center cover latch on the socket. Then, pull the lever back to release the
processor.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
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 on the computer chassis.
CAUTION:
Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time
to cool before you touch it.
1 heat sink assembly
2 captive screw housings (2)
NOTICE:
If you are installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, remove the heat sink assembly from the shroud and discard the original heat sink. If
you are
not
installing a processor upgrade kit from Dell, reuse the original heat sink when you install your new processor.
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