Replacing a Microprocessor
Attention:
The presence of 5 V standby power might result in damage to your
hardware unless you disconnect the power cord from the wall before opening the
computer.
Your computer comes with an Intel
Pentium
II microprocessor installed on the
system board.
For the latest information on microprocessor upgrades available for your computer,
contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. If you do upgrade the
microprocessor, use the instructions that come with the upgrade along with the
instructions in this publication.
CAUTION:
The microprocessor and heat sink will be hot if the computer has been running.
To avoid the possibility of a burn, if the computer has been on, let the
microprocessor and heat sink cool for 10 minutes before continuing with the
procedure.
Before you begin
Read “Electrical Safety” on page 4 and “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices”
on page 5.
Obtain a flash diskette for updating the system BIOS. If you do not have a
flash diskette, refer to Updating the System BIOS in Using Your Personal
Computer.
Read the instructions that come with the new microprocessor.
Turn off the computer and disconnect all cables attached to the computer.
Remove the cover (see “Disconnecting Cables and Removing the Side
Cover” on page 6).
Lay the computer on its side.
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