WARNING: The processor is hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow the processor to
cool before removing it.
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the release lever can spring up
suddenly if not firmly grasped.
Steps
1.
Release the
open first
socket lever near the unlock icon
by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab.
2.
Release the
close first
socket release lever near the lock icon
by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab. Lift
the lever 90 degrees upward.
3.
Lower the
open first
socket-release lever to lift the processor shield.
4.
Hold the tab on the processor shield and lift the processor shield until the
open first
socket-release lever lifts up.
CAUTION: The socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in the
socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
5.
Lift the processor out of the socket and leave the
open first
socket-release lever up.
NOTE: If you are permanently removing the processor, you must install a socket protective cap in the vacant socket
to protect the socket pins and keep the socket free of dust.
NOTE: After removing the processor, place it in an anti-static container for reuse, return, or temporary storage. Do
not touch the bottom of the processor. Touch only the side edges of the processor.
Figure 33. Processor shield
1.
close first
socket release lever
2.
lock icon
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