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Compaq Professional Workstation SP750 Maintenance and Service Guide
Processor
Removing the Processor
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
To remove the processor and heatsink assembly:
1.
Perform the steps in the “Service Preparations” section in this chapter, then place the
workstation on its side.
CAUTION:
Before removing the side access panel, ensure that the workstation is turned off, all
cables are disconnected from the back of the workstation, and the power cord is disconnected
from the grounded AC outlet.
2.
Remove the following components:
Y
Workstation feet
Y
Side access panel
3.
Loosen the middle thumbscrew that holds the processor in place
1
.
4.
Open the two release latches
2
, then slide out the processor.
Figure 4-38. Removing the processor and heatsink assembly
CAUTION:
Do not separate the processor and the heatsink assembly. Separating the two
components can result in damage to the thermal pad.
To replace the processor, reverse the above procedure.
