Dell XPS 720, Owner'S Manual

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Removing and Installing Parts
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Lift the socket release lever and open the processor cover.
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Remove the processor from the socket.
Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new
processor.
Installing the Processor
NOTICE:
Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
1
Unpack the new processor.
NOTICE:
You must position the processor correctly in the socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor and
the computer when you turn on the computer.
2
If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket
4 socket release lever
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