CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up
suddenly if not firmly held.
Steps
1.
Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield.
2.
Lift the lever upward until the processor shield lifts.
CAUTION: The processor socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in
the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
3.
Lift the processor out of the socket.
NOTE: After removing the processor, place it in an antistatic container for reuse, return, or temporary storage. Do
not touch the bottom of the processor to avoid damage to the processor contacts. Touch only the side edges of the
processor.
Figure 73. Opening and closing the processor shield
1.
processor shield
2.
tab on the processor shield
3.
socket lever
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