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Removal and replacement procedures 53
14.
Press and hold the processor retaining bracket in place, and then close each processor locking
lever. Press only in the area indicated on the processor retaining bracket.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the system board:
• Do not touch the processor socket contacts.
• Always install the processor socket cover after removing the processor from the socket.
• Do not tilt or slide the processor when lowering the processor into the socket.
CAUTION: Removal of the processor or heatsink renders the thermal layer between the
processor and heatsink useless. Clean the component with the provided alcohol swab, then
add thermal grease.
15.
Loosen the two system board thumbscrews.
16.
Using the system board tray handles, slide the tray forward, and then remove the failed system
board.